Synopsis
John Leguizamo has officially joined the cast of Christopher Nolan's upcoming film 'The Odyssey', alongside an impressive lineup of stars. The film, set for release on July 17, 2026, aims to bring the classic tale to IMAX theaters, utilizing groundbreaking filming technology and showcasing significant locations in Sicily.Key Takeaways
- John Leguizamo joins the cast of 'The Odyssey'.
- The film features a star-studded lineup including Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway.
- It adapts Homer's epic for the first time in IMAX.
- Filming will begin in Sicily, significant in Odysseus' journey.
- The release date is set for July 17, 2026.
Los Angeles, Jan 31 (NationPress) Renowned director Christopher Nolan's much-anticipated film 'The Odyssey' has further expanded its cast with the addition of actor John Leguizamo, as per a report from 'Variety'.
Leguizamo joins previously announced stars including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie, and Jon Bernthal.
Universal Pictures revealed last month that the film “is a mythic action epic filmed across various global locations utilizing cutting-edge IMAX film technology. This adaptation brings Homer's classic tale to IMAX theaters for the very first time.”
According to 'Variety', Homer’s ancient Greek epic poem 'The Odyssey' is one of the earliest literary works still enjoyed by contemporary audiences. It narrates the adventures of the Greek hero Odysseus as he navigates a perilous journey back home following the Trojan War.
Set to hit theaters on July 17, 2026, 'The Odyssey' will be penned by Nolan, who will also produce alongside Emma Thomas under their Syncopy banner. The film's production will partially take place in Sicily, a significant location in Odysseus’ epic travels. Filming is anticipated to commence in spring 2025 on the island of Favignana, often referred to as the “goat island,” which many theorize to be where Homer envisioned Odysseus arriving with his crew.
Leguizamo, a talented comedian and actor, has a career that spans over four decades, featuring notable performances in films such as “To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar” (which earned him a Golden Globe nomination), “Romeo + Juliet”, “Summer of Sam”, “Moulin Rouge”, “The Pest”, the “Ice Age” series, and “The Menu”.
His television appearances include “When They See Us”, “The Power”, “Waco”, “Bloodline”, and the MSNBC travel show “Leguizamo Does America”.
He has received Emmy nominations for both “When They See Us” and “Waco”. His Broadway performances feature multiple one-man shows, including “Freak”, “Sexaholix”, and “Latin History for Morons”, earning him several Tony Award nominations.
