Elliot Page has shared insights about reuniting with director Christopher Nolan on the forthcoming film The Odyssey, slated for release in 2026. This project marks the first collaboration between Page and Nolan since their 2010 work together on Inception, representing a significant moment for Page following his transition as a trans man.
During a 2025 panel at New York City Comic Con discussing X-Men: Days of Future Past, Page also touched on his involvement in Nolan’s new epic. Though keeping most details private, Page expressed enthusiasm about returning to work with the acclaimed filmmaker and highlighted how being more comfortable in his identity has influenced the experience.
“I was so excited to be thought of for [The Odyssey] and to be asked to come back to work with him. I loved working with him on Inception and loved being a part of that movie. I was just completely jazzed and excited, and [I] basically went and met with Chris and talked about the part, then sat in a room and read the script. It was such a joy to come back.
To come back now, as you can imagine, being more comfortable in yourself makes these sorts of projects more enjoyable. To get to have a Chris Nolan experience again now meant so much to me selfishly.”
— Elliot Page, Actor
Page’s reflections reveal a stark contrast with how he felt during Inception’s production. In his 2023 memoir Pageboy, he described the earlier experience as difficult and isolating, recalling physical and emotional stress amid a cast primarily composed of cisgender men.
Shingles popped out of my spine while filming Inception when I was 22. Despite everyone being delightful to work with, I felt out of place. In a cast full of cis men, I did not understand the role I found myself in. For the first two weeks of the film I joked I would be recast with Keira Knightley, and rightfully so.
— Elliot Page, Actor
The Odyssey: Nolan’s Most Ambitious Film Yet
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is positioning itself as his grandest cinematic undertaking, backed by a reported $250 million budget. This extensive investment is attributed to Nolan’s insistence on filming in authentic locations, using specialized 70 mm cameras designed for IMAX presentations, and the incorporation of innovative visual effects. The scale and complexity resemble the filmmaker’s previous landmark projects, such as Dunkirk and Oppenheimer.
The film’s ensemble cast includes major stars alongside Elliot Page, reinforcing Nolan’s ability to draw outstanding talent. Lead roles feature Matt Damon as Odysseus and Tom Holland as Telemachus, supported by notable performers like Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong’o, Samantha Morton, Mia Goth, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, John Leguizamo, and Shiloh Fernandez among others.
Star-Studded Lineup Brings The Odyssey to Life
The casting showcases a blend of celebrated actors committed to Nolan’s vision. Matt Damon headlines the epic portraying Odysseus, the central figure of the story. Tom Holland plays Telemachus, Odysseus’s son, while Zendaya and Anne Hathaway also hold pivotal roles. The involvement of such a diverse and accomplished cast promises a dynamic adaptation of the ancient mythological tale.
This cluster of talent alongside technical innovation enfolds Nolan’s determination to create a memorable cinematic event that fully immerses audiences in the legendary journey. The project exemplifies how Nolan’s name continues to attract world-class performers eager to participate in his ambitious endeavors.
As The Odyssey progresses through pre-production and filming phases, anticipation builds regarding its release and how it will marry Nolan’s intricate storytelling with Page’s personal and artistic growth since their last collaboration. The film’s development reinforces Nolan’s status in contemporary cinema and represents a milestone for Page’s career, marking a profound moment of reconnection and expression.
