Christopher Nolan is a filmmaking virtuoso whose impressive body of work is a testament to his boundless creativity. Having established himself as a Hollywood heavyweight, Nolan has been instrumental in driving some of the most ambitious cinematic endeavors of contemporary times. As he readies his adaptation of the Greek classic The Odyssey, speculation has mounted regarding the film’s fidelity to the ancient epic. However, Nolan is determined to bestow the project with the cultural gravitas it warrants, and a preview of his approach has already alleviated the anxieties of enthusiasts and skeptics alike.
According to Christopher Nolan Art & Updates on X, an extra from the set of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey
recently confirmed Matt Damon’s character is named Odysseus, not Ulysses, in the script for the scenes
. For those unversed, Ulysses is the Latinized name for Homer’s Greek epic hero, Odysseus, famous for his bravery and intelligence during the Battle of Troy. The character of Ulysses has been explored in other literary works, including James Joyce’s novel, Ulysses, and Alfred Lord Tennyson’s poem, Ulysses.
An extra on the set of ‘THE ODYSSEY’ just confirmed to me that in the script for his scenes, Matt Damon’s character is named Odysseus, not Ulysses. pic.twitter.com/3O6U2b8YcZ
— Christopher Nolan Art & Updates (@NolanAnalyst) April 4, 2025
It is almost a given that when Christopher Nolan helms a project, he delivers as one should. But no matter which filmmaker it is, live-action adaptations in Hollywood always spark concerns because of Tinseltown’s soft corner for playing go-as-you-like with them. As a result, Nolan’s dwelling in the Greek mythic universe also had certain cinematic what-ifs concerning the fans. Now, at least one of those hiccups has vanished.
While a Universal executive already claimed Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey
could make even Homer proud
, fans are now convinced the Oscar-winner is probably doing everything he can to ensure his predictions turn out to be a reality.
Christopher Nolan gives fans just what they want with The Odyssey
Taking a trip down memory lane to breathe new life into classics is a Hollywood thing to do. But with the growing vault of skepticism surrounding modern takes on ancient narratives, even Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey
was not immune to critics. Yet, Nolan has found a way to do justice and flip the script on source inaccuracies, and fans are clearly on cloud nine with anticipation over what else awaits his Homer adaptation on the big screen.
Very happy for the original and traditional Greek name Odysseus.
— Robert Cincotta (@drrobcincotta) April 4, 2025
I’m so confused. Why would he be called that? Of course it’s “Odysseus”
— JohnnyMP (@johnnyjl96) April 4, 2025
Thus the Title
— Russ (@CriticalRuss) April 4, 2025
Many fans have taken to the thread to express their joy and satisfaction.
good.
— Nolan Italia (@nolanitalia) April 5, 2025
he must have seen that script from a red paper
— berk fernz (@nxfernz) April 5, 2025
Meanwhile, a few folks were a little confused why Matt Damon’s Odysseus would be called otherwise in The Odyssey
. Some even predicted the source must have seen a script or something to confirm the report. However, with the news out, fans could clearly see the cloud of concerns cast aside slowly as The Odyssey
straps in for a 2026 release.
What do you think of Christopher Nolan’s way to pay The Odyssey’s roots its much-deserved respect? Let us know in the comments below!
