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Nolan Says ‘The Odyssey’ Shot Over Two Million Feet as Empire Debuts First Images

Empire unveils first images following Nolan’s disclosure that the production used over two million feet of IMAX film.

Overview

  • In an Empire interview, Christopher Nolan says the 91‑day shoot generated over two million feet of footage, with months spent filming on the open ocean to capture real conditions.
  • The production was photographed entirely on IMAX 70mm and emphasized practical, real‑world locations for a large‑scale retelling of Homer’s poem.
  • Matt Damon stars as Odysseus alongside Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong’o and Jon Bernthal in a sizable ensemble.
  • Universal has dated the film for July 17, 2026, with the project now in post‑production and marketing beginning via Empire’s covers and new stills.
  • Coverage cites a reported budget near $250 million, and some IMAX 70mm showings offered a year early sold out quickly.