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Tom Holland is no stranger to high-profile roles, but his latest turn in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey appears to have struck a particularly personal and professional chord. In a new interview, Holland opened up about what it meant to be part of a project helmed by one of modern cinema’s most celebrated directors, calling it “the best experience I’ve had on the film set.”
In The Odyssey, Nolan’s upcoming cinematic reimagining of Homer’s ancient epic, Holland stars as Telemachus—the son of Odysseus—opposite Matt Damon, who takes on the role of the long-lost warrior king. The film, already building anticipation after the release of its first theatrical trailer, is being touted as Nolan’s most visually ambitious film since Oppenheimer, and the first major studio production shot entirely with Imax cameras.
For Holland, the project wasn’t just another notch in his rising career—it was a deeply fulfilling experience both artistically and personally. “Working with Chris, getting to know him and Emma [Thomas] was absolutely fantastic,” he told GQ. “There is a reason they’re the best in the business.” He described the filming as “exciting” and “different,” emphasizing that Nolan’s interpretation of the classic story would challenge and surprise audiences. “I think the movie is going to be unlike anything we’ve ever seen.”
Sharing the spotlight with actors he’s long admired added another layer of meaning to the experience. “Matt Damon has always been a hero of mine. Anne Hathaway has always been a hero of mine,” Holland said. “To share scenes with them, to learn from them, to become friends with them—I couldn’t have asked for a better job.” Both Damon and Hathaway are Nolan veterans, and their presence on set brought what Holland described as a high standard of professionalism and inspiration.
Holland’s portrayal of Telemachus is already sparking interest, particularly after the trailer revealed an emotional scene where the young prince breaks down while searching for answers about his missing father. The role, which places Holland in a more dramatic and introspective spotlight than fans are used to seeing, seems poised to be a defining one.
Set to release on July 17, 2026, The Odyssey is shaping up to be a major cinematic event—not just for fans of Nolan’s visionary filmmaking, but also for those eager to see Tom Holland step into a more grounded and emotionally complex role. With his trademark humility and enthusiasm, Holland appears to be walking away from this experience with something rare: the feeling that he’s been part of something truly unforgettable.