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The Odyssey: The Making of an Epic

Film · 2026

Go behind the scenes of Christopher Nolan's mythic action epic, The Odyssey. This special documentary explores the monumental undertaking of adapting Homer’s foundational saga for the big screen, charting a grueling 91-day principal photography schedule across six countries. From the revolutionary use of brand-new IMAX film technology to the massive coordination of over 5,300 custom-designed costumes, discover how a star-studded cast led by Matt Damon, Tom Holland, and Anne Hathaway brought the dangerous, timeless world of ancient Greek gods and monsters to life.

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The people who made it

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Behind the camera

  1. Amir Shoucrieditor
  2. Andy Thompsonproducer
  3. Jason Hillhouseproducer

On screen

  1. Christopher Nolanlead actor
  2. Zendayalead actor
  3. Robert Pattinsonlead actor
  4. Matt Damonlead actor
  5. Andrew Jacksonsupporting actor
  6. Nilo Oterosupporting actor
  7. George Cottlesupporting actor
  8. Himesh Patelsupporting actor
  9. Emma Thomassupporting actor
  10. Tom Hollandsupporting actor
  11. Anne Hathawaysupporting actor
  12. Ellen Mirojnickguest actor
  13. Jonas Kirkguest actor
  14. Scott R. Fisherguest actor
  15. Callum Armstrongguest actor
  16. Neil Andreaguest actor
  17. Rosa Fragoraptiguest actor
  18. Ruth De Jongguest actor
  19. Thomas Hayslipguest actor
  20. Hoyte van Hoytemaguest actor
  21. Benny Safdieguest actor
  22. Ludwig Göranssonguest actor
  23. Charlize Theronguest actor
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From the people who made The Odyssey: The Making of an Epic

5
  1. Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Moon Knight2022 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  2. Marvel Studios Assembled2021 · TV seriesStrong· 2 shared
  3. Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of X-Men '972024 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  4. Disney Gallery / Star Wars: The Mandalorian2020 · TV seriesNotable· 2 shared
  5. Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe2014 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
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Through the cast

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  1. DoodlebugChristopher Nolan1997 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  2. OppenheimerChristopher Nolan2023 · FilmExceptional· 8 shared
  3. FollowingChristopher Nolan1999 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  4. TarantellaChristopher Nolan1989 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  5. DunkirkChristopher Nolan2017 · FilmStrong· 3 shared
  6. MementoChristopher Nolan2000 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  7. InterstellarChristopher Nolan2014 · FilmStrong· 5 shared
  8. InceptionChristopher Nolan2010 · FilmStrong· 3 shared
  9. Gotham Uncovered: Creation of a SceneChristopher NolanJason Hillhouse2008 · FilmStrong· 3 shared
  10. The PrestigeChristopher Nolan2006 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  11. The Dark Knight RisesChristopher Nolan2012 · FilmStrong· 3 shared
  12. The Dark KnightChristopher Nolan2008 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  13. Man of SteelChristopher Nolan2013 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  14. GerryMatt Damon2002 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  15. TranscendenceChristopher NolanEmma Thomas2014 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  16. Batman BeginsChristopher Nolan2005 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  17. K.C. UndercoverZendaya2015 · TV seriesStrong· 1 shared
  18. InsomniaChristopher Nolan2002 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  19. Remember MeRobert Pattinson2010 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  20. Batman v Superman: Dawn of JusticeChristopher NolanEmma Thomas2016 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  21. Promised LandMatt Damon2012 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  22. Zack Snyder's Justice LeagueChristopher NolanEmma Thomas2021 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  23. The DramaZendayaRobert Pattinson2026 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  24. Justice LeagueChristopher NolanEmma Thomas2017 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  25. The Science of InterstellarChristopher NolanEmma Thomas2014 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  26. Good Will HuntingMatt Damon1997 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  27. The Last DuelMatt Damon2021 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  28. Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond in the DesertChristopher NolanZendaya2025 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  29. Spider-Man: Brand New DayZendayaTom Holland2026 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  30. Hans Zimmer: Hollywood RebelChristopher Nolan2022 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  31. The Devil All the TimeRobert PattinsonTom Holland2020 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  32. Cinema FuturesChristopher Nolan2016 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  33. Dune: Part ThreeZendayaRobert Pattinson2026 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  34. Spider-Man: No Way HomeZendayaTom Holland2021 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  35. Dreams: Cinema of the SubconsciousChristopher Nolan2010 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  36. Good TimeRobert PattinsonBenny Safdie2017 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  37. Cinema 16: European Short Films (U.S. Edition)Christopher Nolan2007 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  38. Interstellar: Nolan's OdysseyChristopher NolanAnne Hathaway2014 · FilmStrong· 3 shared
  39. Shrek 5Zendaya2027 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  40. The Lost City of ZRobert PattinsonTom Holland2017 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
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    Into the Breach: Saving Private RyanMatt Damon1999 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  42. Cinema16: British Short FilmsChristopher Nolan2003 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  43. Die My LoveRobert Pattinson2025 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  44. Shake It UpZendaya2010 · TV seriesStrong· 1 shared
  45. Water for ElephantsRobert Pattinson2011 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  46. ChallengersZendaya2024 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  47. Pixie Hollow GamesZendaya2011 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  48. The Legend of Bagger VanceMatt Damon2000 · FilmStrong· 2 shared
  49. The Batman: Part IIRobert Pattinson2028 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  50. The Third WheelMatt Damon2002 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  51. Malcolm & MarieZendaya2021 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  52. Little AshesRobert Pattinson2008 · FilmStrong· 1 shared
  53. CosmopolisRobert Pattinson2012 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  54. Maps to the StarsRobert Pattinson2014 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  55. FrenemiesZendaya2012 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  56. TwilightRobert Pattinson2008 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  57. The Accountant²Matt Damon2025 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
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    Stanley Kubrick in FocusChristopher Nolan2012 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  59. Waiting for the BarbariansRobert Pattinson2020 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  60. The Twilight Saga: New MoonRobert Pattinson2009 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  61. Behind the CandelabraMatt Damon2013 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  62. Bel AmiRobert Pattinson2012 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  63. The RainmakerMatt Damon1997 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  64. LifeRobert Pattinson2015 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  65. DamselRobert Pattinson2018 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  66. The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1Robert Pattinson2011 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  67. The Monuments MenMatt Damon2014 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  68. DogmaMatt Damon1999 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  69. ZappedZendaya2014 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  70. The RipMatt Damon2026 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  71. Project GreenlightMatt Damon2001 · TV seriesNotable· 1 shared
  72. The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2Robert Pattinson2012 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  73. UnstoppableMatt Damon2024 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  74. The Twilight Saga: EclipseRobert Pattinson2010 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  75. Mickey 17Robert Pattinson2025 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  76. Spider-Man: Far From HomeTom HollandZendaya2019 · FilmNotable· 2 shared
  77. The BatmanRobert Pattinson2022 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  78. School TiesMatt Damon1992 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  79. To End All War: Oppenheimer & the Atomic BombChristopher Nolan2023 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  80. The Talented Mr. RipleyMatt Damon1999 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  81. FeastMatt Damon2005 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  82. Queen of the DesertRobert Pattinson2015 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  83. High LifeRobert Pattinson2018 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  84. Spider-Man: All Roads Lead to No Way HomeTom Holland2022 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  85. All the Pretty HorsesMatt Damon2000 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  86. The Informant!Matt Damon2009 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  87. HereafterMatt Damon2010 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  88. The RoverRobert Pattinson2014 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  89. Ocean's TwelveMatt Damon2004 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  90. SyrianaMatt Damon2005 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  91. Dune: Part TwoZendaya2024 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  92. We Bought a ZooMatt Damon2011 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  93. True GritMatt Damon2010 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  94. RoundersMatt Damon1998 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  95. Duck Duck GooseZendaya2018 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  96. Spider-Man: HomecomingTom HollandZendaya2017 · FilmNotable· 2 shared
  97. ElysiumMatt Damon2013 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  98. Ocean's ThirteenMatt Damon2007 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  99. IncorporatedMatt Damon2016 · TV seriesNotable· 1 shared
  100. SuburbiconMatt Damon2017 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  101. The Adjustment BureauMatt Damon2011 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  102. The DepartedMatt Damon2006 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  103. Spirit: Stallion of the CimarronMatt Damon2002 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  104. The Bourne IdentityMatt Damon2002 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  105. The Good ShepherdMatt Damon2006 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  106. Peter's To-Do ListTom Holland2019 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  107. SmallfootZendaya2018 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  108. The Brothers GrimmMatt Damon2005 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  109. AirMatt Damon2023 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  110. Green ZoneMatt Damon2010 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  111. Jason BourneMatt Damon2016 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  112. The Bourne SupremacyMatt Damon2004 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  113. DownsizingMatt Damon2017 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  114. The InstigatorsMatt Damon2024 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  115. The Smashing MachineBenny Safdie2025 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  116. ContagionMatt Damon2011 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  117. Good GriefHimesh Patel2023 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  118. Manchester by the SeaMatt DamonRuth De Jong2016 · FilmNotable· 2 shared
  119. The LighthouseRobert Pattinson2019 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  120. Stuck on YouMatt Damon2003 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  121. InvictusMatt Damon2009 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  122. Ocean's ElevenMatt Damon2001 · FilmNotable· 1 shared
  123. EuphoriaZendaya2019 · TV seriesNotable· 1 shared
  124. The MartianMatt Damon2015 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  125. Titan A.E.Matt Damon2000 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  126. Inside JobMatt Damon2010 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  127. The Bourne UltimatumMatt Damon2007 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  128. YesterdayHimesh Patel2019 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  129. StillwaterMatt Damon2021 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  130. The Amazing MauriceHimesh Patel2022 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  131. UnchartedTom Holland2022 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  132. The Crowded RoomTom Holland2023 · TV seriesFaint· 1 shared
  133. ColossalAnne Hathaway2017 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  134. PilgrimageTom Holland2017 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  135. Batman: Gotham KnightEmma Thomas2008 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  136. The Great WallMatt Damon2016 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  137. Greedy PeopleHimesh Patel2024 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  138. Ford v FerrariMatt Damon2019 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  139. Edge of WinterTom Holland2016 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  140. Mothers' InstinctAnne Hathaway2024 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  141. Small Things Like TheseMatt Damon2024 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  142. Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Deadpool & WolverineGeorge Cottle2024 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  143. City on a HillMatt Damon2019 · TV seriesFaint· 1 shared
  144. Harry Potter and the Goblet of FireRobert Pattinson2005 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  145. One DayAnne Hathaway2011 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  146. She Came to MeAnne Hathaway2023 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  147. OnwardTom Holland2020 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  148. The Princess DiariesAnne Hathaway2001 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  149. Uncut GemsBenny Safdie2019 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  150. The Idea of YouAnne Hathaway2024 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  151. The Devil Wears PradaAnne Hathaway2006 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  152. The ImpossibleTom Holland2012 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  153. Song OneAnne Hathaway2014 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  154. The FranchiseHimesh Patel2024 · TV seriesFaint· 1 shared
  155. How I Live NowTom Holland2013 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  156. The CurseBenny Safdie2023 · TV seriesFaint· 1 shared
  157. The KingRobert Pattinson2019 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  158. Alice Through the Looking GlassAnne Hathaway2016 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  159. Alice in WonderlandAnne Hathaway2010 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  160. Saving Private RyanMatt Damon1998 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  161. The Devil Wears Prada 2Anne Hathaway2026 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  162. The InternAnne Hathaway2015 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  163. NopeHoyte van HoytemaRuth De Jong2022 · FilmFaint· 2 shared
  164. Locked DownAnne Hathaway2021 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  165. Between Two Ferns with Zach GalifianakisAnne HathawayCharlize Theron2008 · TV seriesFaint· 2 shared
  166. Chasing AmyMatt Damon1997 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  167. PassengersAnne Hathaway2008 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  168. The LuminariesHimesh Patel2020 · TV seriesFaint· 1 shared
  169. Courage Under FireMatt Damon1996 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  170. The Princess Diaries 2: Royal EngagementAnne Hathaway2004 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  171. Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the MoonMatt Damon2005 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  172. Chaos WalkingTom Holland2021 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  173. The AssessmentHimesh Patel2025 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  174. WeCrashedAnne Hathaway2022 · TV seriesFaint· 1 shared
  175. Heaven Knows WhatBenny Safdie2015 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  176. Rachel Getting MarriedAnne Hathaway2008 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  177. MargaretMatt Damon2011 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  178. Get SmartAnne Hathaway2008 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  179. Becoming JaneAnne Hathaway2007 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  180. The Greatest ShowmanZendaya2017 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  181. Station ElevenHimesh Patel2021 · TV seriesFaint· 1 shared
  182. Drive-Away DollsMatt Damon2024 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  183. Hoodwinked!Anne Hathaway2005 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  184. Brokeback MountainAnne Hathaway2005 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  185. The Zero TheoremMatt Damon2013 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  186. HavocAnne Hathaway2005 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  187. Love & Other DrugsAnne Hathaway2010 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  188. Armageddon TimeAnne Hathaway2022 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  189. Bride WarsAnne Hathaway2009 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  190. EileenAnne Hathaway2023 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  191. CherryTom Holland2021 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
  192. The Childhood of a LeaderRobert Pattinson2016 · FilmFaint· 1 shared
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Across the whole team

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  1. Tenet2020 · FilmExceptional· 7 shared
  2. The Graham Norton Show2007 · TV seriesFaint· 7 shared
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Same franchise

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  1. The Odyssey2026 · FilmExceptional· 15 shared