Will Robert Pattinson play a Greek god in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey? Here’s the truth

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is already among the most-anticipated films of 2026 and the movie has not even finished shooting yet. The project features a star-studded cast with Tom Holland, Matt Damon, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, and Lupita Nyong'o in pivotal roles.

It is not yet clear what roles most of the cast would play in this adaptation of Homer’s Greek epic. However, a report has revealed what Robert Pattison’s role in the drama could be.

Robert Pattinson in The Odyssey

A report in Comic Book Resources quoted Italian magazine Chi to disclose Robert Pattinson’s role in Nolan’s next project. The Batman actor will reportedly play the role of the Greek god Hermes. This news has not been confirmed by the cast and crew of the film.


In Greek mythology, Hermes was the messenger of the Olympian deities. He was also associated with luck, trade, fertility, thieves and travel. Since The Odyssey is primarily about the main character’s (Odysseus) journey home, Hermes could play a key role in the film.

The Odyssey: What we know about the film so far

It has been confirmed that Matt Damon will play the lead role of Odysseus. The film will focus on how Odysseus battles monsters, sorcery and vengeful gods to reach home after the Trojan War. As he makes every attempt to reach home, Odysseus’ wife and son must tackle suitors who believe he is dead and want to take over his kingdom.

Reports suggest that Tom Holland could play the role of Odysseus’ son Telemachus. According to a Screenrant report, Zendaya could portray either Goddess Athena or Nausicaa, who is the daughter of Queen Arete and King Alcinous and helps Odysseus after a shipwreck. In some versions of the Greek epic, Telemachus ends up in a relationship with Nausicaa. So, Zendaya’s role could see her star opposite Tom Holland in a romantic role once again.

It has been reported that Anne Hathaway could portray Penelope, the wife of Odysseus, who waits 10 years for his return. The Odyssey will be released by Universal Pictures on 17 July, 2026. This will be Nolan’s first project after his Oscar-winner biopic Oppenheimer.

Robert Pattinson’s upcoming projects

Apart from The Odyssey, Robert Pattinson has a slew of projects lined up. He will reprise his role as the caped crusader in The Batman Part II. The movie will be released in 2027.

The Tenet star will also star opposite Jennifer Lawrence in Die, My Love. Pattinson also has a movie with Zendaya in the works.