After months of anticipation, the first official trailer for Sir Christopher Nolan's colossal cinematic undertaking, 'The Odyssey', has finally been released for online viewing, sparking fervent excitement among film fans.
A Cinematic Event Unfolds
This initial glimpse into what is being touted as one of 2026's biggest films had been a closely guarded cinematic experience. Earlier in December, a six-minute prologue was shown exclusively before select IMAX 70mm screenings. Furthermore, a first-look trailer debuted in July ahead of 'Jurassic World Rebirth' but was never uploaded online, leaving home audiences waiting.
The wait is now over. The trailer showcases Nolan's ambitious vision, backed by a reported budget of $250 million (approximately £218.6 million). The film also marks a technical milestone as the first feature shot entirely with IMAX film cameras. A new trailer is currently playing in cinemas before screenings of James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'.
Fan Reactions: 'Generational' and 'Masterpiece'
The online release has triggered a wave of ecstatic responses. On social media platform X, user Timothy Sykes captured the prevailing sentiment, describing the preview as "like the original Gladiator but on steroids… thank you thank you thank you, the world needs this!!".
Other fans were equally effusive. One user named Rumi predicted the 'Oppenheimer' director's new project "is going to be generational", while others bestowed the label of "masterpiece"—a common reaction to Nolan's work. User @saverinstamp tweeted that Nolan is "the last real filmmaker whose every movie now just feels like an event".
Highlighting the dedication Nolan inspires, Abby quipped: "I will drive uphill in a blizzard for 63 hours to see this in IMAX."
Mythological Spectacle and Score
Viewers were thrilled to catch brief but impactful moments from the Greek epic. The trailer features a tense sequence where Odysseus (played by Matt Damon) and his men flee into a cave with the Cyclops in terrifying pursuit.
Also receiving high praise is the "absolutely incredible" score from composer Ludwig Göransson, with fan Mayank forecasting that "we’re all about to levitate above our IMAX seats" when the film arrives.
With the trailer now fuelling global hype, 'The Odyssey' is firmly positioned as the must-see cinematic event of 2026.
