Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey
has the potential to become one of the most exciting fantasy films of recent years. The story is a timeless masterpiece in the literary world. And with Hollywood’s knack for turning classics into blockbuster hits, it can be something truly special. However, it all largely hinges on how well the characters are cast. And right now, fans are not happy with some of the rumored choices.
According to a recent report from Deadline
, Tom Holland will lead Universal’s The Odyssey
, alongside a star-studded cast featuring his rumored fiancé Zendaya, Matt Damon, Rob Pattinson, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron. This means that Holland would be playing the legendary Greek hero, Odysseus. However, the mention of Holland also felt like a mere throwaway line buried in the middle of the article, simply to mention his upcoming roles. Now, many fans are wondering if this means he is truly the main lead.
Tom Holland will be the lead in Christopher Nolan’s next film ‘THE ODYSSEY’ pic.twitter.com/UzWBCesUbl
— A Shot. (@ashotmagazine) January 20, 2025
If Holland is indeed playing Odysseus, Nolan may be envisioning a younger, more modern take on the character. Another possibility is that the story will shift focus to Odysseus’ son, Telemachus, who also plays a big role in the original myth. Despite these theories, many fans are still rooting for Matt Damon to take the lead, considering the Cillian Murphy-style arc
the Good Will Hunting
actor has been having.
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Fans have taken to X to share their thoughts on why Tom Holland may not be the best fit for the role of Odysseus in Nolan’s The Odyssey
.
Fans push back on Tom Holland as the Lead in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey
Christopher Nolan can create a definitive adaptation of The Odyssey
after all the previous failed attempts at the epic. While there is excitement, many fans also feel that casting Tom Holland over actors like Matt Damon or Robert Pattinson could be risky. They argued that Holland’s youthful charm and lighter screen presence do not quite match the commanding, larger-than-life qualities Odysseus embodies.
No way Damon is not the lead, Holland is co-lead. JGL’s Robin to Damon’s Batman aka Odysseus.
— Marcy (@hisdarkmateria) January 20, 2025
I really hope not
— Mitchell Schwartz (@MitchellSch) January 20, 2025
The movie is doomed then
— The Truth Teller (@Trut_Teller) January 20, 2025
Some fans have dismissed the report outright, calling it misinformation or an exaggerated interpretation of the article.
Please Stop spreading misinformation, he is not the lead. Hollywood reporter has already stated in their article previously that tom is one of the core leads of the movie not the main one including Robert & anna.Matt damon is Odyssey others are playing major key roles.
— Army (@diplomatic08) January 20, 2025
Thats false and also I think Tom looks too young to interpret Odysseus he probably will play Telemachus
— ろっびえ (@miloseik) January 20, 2025
Taking a single sentence from an article that isn’t about The Odyssey as proof that Tom is “the lead” is silly. He will definitely be “a lead” but I really doubt he will play a version of Odysseus in his 40s. He will probably play the son with similar screen time to Damon.
— I’m alright (@sammy1714) January 20, 2025
Christopher Nolan is one of the most respected filmmakers in the industry, and fans trust him to deliver a faithful and impactful adaptation of the Homer epic. Therefore, it is possible that the report simply means Holland is one of the key leads, rather than the main lead. And given the strong reaction from fans, it seems unlikely Nolan would risk alienating audiences by miscasting such a pivotal character.
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