Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’: Epic Set Photos and Star-Studded Cast in Morocco
Hold onto your hats, cinema lovers! Christopher Nolan is diving into the timeless waters of “The Odyssey,” and we’ve got the first look at the film’s set in Morocco. Filming kicked off a couple of weeks ago in the stunning village of Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site that’s provided a picturesque backdrop for many films (hello, “Gladiator” and “Game of Thrones”). And if these exclusive shots from TMZ are anything to go by, Nolan is all set to deliver yet another visually stunning cinematic experience!
As fans of the ancient Greek epic dust off their copies (you know you’ve still got it somewhere on that neglected bookshelf), let’s talk about who will be bringing Homer’s words to life. Universal dropped the news back in December about a mega cast to rival even Hollywood’s most star-studded ensembles. We’re talking about Matt Damon as the lead, Odysseus—as if anyone else could fit that bill? Joining him are heavyweights like Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Tom Holland, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron. The anticipation is palpable!
And you thought summer blockbusters had to wait until July 2026 to hit the screen? Forget about it! This film’s production budget is a whopping $250 million, ensuring that the visuals will be on par with Nolan’s typical world-building—think “Inception” or “Dunkirk” on a mythological scale.
Next on Nolan’s itinerary? The sun-kissed shores of Sicily, specifically the enchanting island of Favignana which, fun fact, is actually mentioned in the original 8th-century epic. Can you say authentic location scouting? With Nolan at the helm and a cast that could fill a movie poster three times over, expectations are high (and for good reason). So, fair warning folks—keep your eyes peeled for updates because we’re already dreaming of the chaos of the Trojan War and the adventures of the “Odyssey” hitting theaters. Grab your popcorn because this is shaping up to be one wild ride!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and TMZ, Universal Pictures, Variety, Entertainment Weekly
