Presenting the ancient mythological chronicle of the Greek king Odysseus, Christopher Nolan stunned audiences with an epic look at the perilous journey of ‘The Odyssey.’ Releasing on July 17, 2026, the fantasy-action film is based on Homer’s 3000-year-old poem. The story revolves around the hero’s 10-year journey back to his homeland of Ithaca after the Trojan War, a journey full of challenges, curses, manipulation, and encounters with sea monsters.
Starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Jon Bernthal, Mia Goth, Himesh Patel, Samantha Morton, Lupita Nyong’o, Benny Safdie, Elliot Page, and Travis Scott, the film continues to win the hearts of fans. While the epic film is highly praised, here’s a look at other surreal book adaptations that left an impact on pop culture.