The first images from Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated film Odyssey have emerged, revealing Zendaya in an ancient Greek-style gown. Though her role has yet to be officially confirmed, speculation is growing that she will portray Athena, the goddess who aids Odysseus, played by Matt Damon, on his long journey home.
Filming is currently underway in Greece, with locations including Methoni, Pylos, and Voidokilia Beach. Additionally, scenes are being shot in Italy’s Aegadian Islands, known for their dramatic caves and coastal landscapes.
Initially, rumors suggested Zendaya might play Calypso, the nymph who holds Odysseus captive, or Nausicaa, the princess who rescues him after a shipwreck. However, Charlize Theron has been cast as Calypso, while the actress portraying Nausicaa remains undisclosed.
Nolan has assembled an all-star cast, featuring:
- Anne Hathaway as Penelope
- Tom Holland as Telemachus
- Lupita Nyong’o as Circe
- Robert Pattinson as Poseidon
The film chronicles Odysseus’s perilous decade-long journey home following the fall of Troy, encountering gods, monsters, and epic trials along the way. With its ambitious scope, breathtaking locations, and star-studded lineup, Odyssey is poised to be one of the most visually stunning and compelling adaptations of Greek mythology in recent cinema history.
Nolan’s Odyssey is expected to premiere in 2026.