Christopher Nolan is set to bring The Odyssey to India for the first time, with Mumbai confirmed as part of the film's global premiere tour. The epic mythological film will premiere at PVR Icon IMAX: Phoenix Palladium in Mumbai this July, ahead of its worldwide theatrical release on July 17, 2026.
Mumbai Joins Elite Global Premiere Circuit
The Odyssey premiere places Mumbai alongside London, Paris, and New York as official stops on the film’s global tour. This marks a significant recognition of India’s importance in the international film market. Director Christopher Nolan, along with stars Matt Damon and Tom Holland, and Academy Award-winning producer Emma Thomas, are expected to attend the Mumbai event.
There are also rumors circulating that celebrated filmmaker SS Rajamouli might be invited to the Mumbai premiere, though nothing has been officially confirmed yet.
Star-Studded Cast and Epic Story
The Odyssey is Christopher Nolan’s ambitious adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic poem), following the legendary Greek king Odysseus on his perilous journey home after the Trojan War. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast led by Matt Damon as Odysseus and Anne Hathaway as Penelope.
The supporting cast includes Tom Holland as Telemachus, Robert Pattinson as Antinous, Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra, Zendaya as Athena, and Charlize Theron as Calypso. The story chronicles Odysseus’ encounters with mythical beings including the Cyclops Polyphemus, sirens, and various gods as he attempts to reunite with his wife.
Groundbreaking IMAX Technology
Adding to the film’s significance, The Odyssey is the first feature film ever shot entirely with brand new IMAX film cameras. Nolan, known for pushing the boundaries of cinematic technology with films like Dunkirk and Oppenheimer, filmed the epic across multiple locations worldwide using this revolutionary IMAX format.
The film will be released in IMAX and multiple premium large formats, promising audiences an immersive visual experience that matches the grandeur of Homer’s legendary tale.
