Odyssey
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The Odyssey is one of two major epics of ancient Greek literature attributed to Homer. It is one of the oldest surviving works of literature and remains popular with modern audiences. Like the Iliad,
Oldest-known manuscript fragment of the Odyssey, produced in Ptolemaic Egypt during the 3rd century BC and unearthed in Medinet Ghoram
Terracotta plaque of the Mesopotamian ogre Humbaba, believed to be a possible inspiration for the figure of Polyphemus
A mosaic depicting Odysseus, from the villa of La Olmeda, Pedrosa de la Vega, Spain, late 4th–5th centuries AD
Odysseus and the Sirens, eponymous vase of the Siren Painter, c. 480–470 BC (British Museum)
The Odyssey (2026 film)
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The Odyssey is an upcoming epic fantasy action film written and directed by Christopher Nolan. An adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic the Odyssey, the film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus, the Greek
Theatrical release poster
Writer and director Christopher Nolan reunited with Universal Pictures to develop The Odyssey as his follow-up to Oppenheimer.
Promotional image which revealed star Matt Damon in costume as Odysseus for the first time. Its design was noted for historical inaccuracies.
Matt Damon by Philip Romano