“AN EPIC ALL-STAR LINEUP”: CHRISTOPHER NOLAN’S ‘THE ODYSSEY’ HITS THEATERS WITH A JAW-DROPPING CAST! IS THIS THE BIGGEST CINEMATIC EVENT OF THE DECADE?

Christopher Nolan’s new film, The Odyssey, has arrived in theaters — and its cast is every bit as epic as the story itself.

The Oscar-winning director has assembled Hollywood heavyweights, including Matt Damon, Zendaya, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway and Robert Pattinson, to take on some of the most iconic characters in Greek mythology.

Based on Homer’s poem, the blockbuster adaptation follows King Odysseus (Damon) as he embarks on a perilous, decade-long journey home after the Trojan War. The movie has already attracted rave reviews from critics, with Yahoo’s Brett Arnold calling it an “instant Oscar frontrunner.”

With so many familiar faces taking on legendary roles, it’s easy to lose track of who’s playing who. Here’s your guide to the major characters in The Odyssey and the stars bringing them to life.

Matt Damon as Odysseus

Damon leads the cast as Odysseus, the heroic king of Ithaca, whose struggle to return home after the Trojan War lies at the heart of the film. The actor, who previously worked with Nolan on Interstellar and Oppenheimer, said The Odyssey was “by far the hardest movie I’ve ever made.”

Tom Holland as Telemachus

Spider-Man star Tom Holland swaps the Marvel universe for Greek mythology as Telemachus, the son of Odysseus. Raised on stories of his father’s exploits, the prince embarks on a quest to find the missing king. Holland called the movie “an absolute masterpiece,” adding, “It’s unlike anything that I’ve ever seen before.”

Zendaya as Athena

Zendaya brings the goddess of wisdom to life. As Odysseus’s most powerful divine ally, Athena offers guidance and protection on his journey. The film marks Zendaya’s first collaboration with husband Tom Holland outside the Spider-Man franchise. Nolan hailed the Emmy winner for her “true grace and poise.”

Anne Hathaway as Penelope

Anne Hathaway stars as Penelope, the queen of Ithaca, whose faith in her husband never wavers. As Odysseus fights to return home, she’s left to fend off the suitors determined to take his place. Hathaway said she wanted to explore the character’s “fury and passion,” not her patience.

Robert Pattinson as Antinous

The Batman actor Robert Pattinson embraces the dark side as the villainous Antinous. As the most powerful of Penelope’s suitors, he’s determined to seize Odysseus’s throne and win the queen’s hand in marriage. The British actor based his performance on James Woods’s portrayal of a con man in the 1995 mob epic Casino.

Charlize Theron as Calypso

Charlize Theron plays the powerful nymph who falls in love with Odysseus. Desperate to keep the wandering king by her side, Calypso offers him immortality if he’ll stay on her island forever.

Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra

Black Panther actor Lupita Nyong’o pulls double duty as sisters Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra. Helen’s abduction by Paris sparks the Trojan War, while Clytemnestra is married to Agamemnon, commander of the Greek army.

Jon Bernthal as Menelaus

The Punisher star Jon Bernthal plays Menelaus, a Greek king who fought alongside Odysseus. His story becomes closely intertwined with the wandering hero’s long journey home.

Himesh Patel as Eurylochus

Himesh Patel takes on the role of Eurylochus, one of Odysseus’s closest companions. Unafraid to question the king’s decisions, he becomes one of the journey’s most important figures.

Benny Safdie as Agamemnon

Following Oppenheimer, Benny Safdie reunites with Nolan to play Agamemnon, the commander of the Greek army. His fate looms large over the heroes returning home after the conflict.

John Leguizamo as Eumaeus

John Leguizamo appears as Odysseus’s trusted servant. While much of Ithaca assumes Odysseus is dead, Eumaeus never stops believing his king will come home.

Elliot Page as Sinon

Elliot Page plays Sinon, a Greek soldier who fought alongside Odysseus during the Trojan War. The cunning warrior is best known for helping the Greeks infiltrate Troy with the legendary Trojan Horse.

Samantha Morton as Circe

Samantha Morton is Circe, the powerful witch who lives in seclusion on the island of Aeaea. When Odysseus arrives, he must confront her formidable magic.

Mia Goth as Melantho

Horror star Mia Goth plays Melantho, one of Penelope’s maidservants. During Odysseus’ long absence, she betrays her mistress by siding with the suitors.

Travis Scott as a bard

Rapper Travis Scott appears as a bard, a nod to The Odyssey‘s origins as an oral poem. Nolan has said the role draws a connection between ancient storytelling and modern rap.