Corey Hawkins, known for his roles in The Piano Lesson and BlackKklansman, has been cast in Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s epic poem, The Odyssey. Sources confirm Hawkins will star alongside Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, and others.
The 2026 release will be shot with new IMAX cameras and follows the classic tale of Odysseus’ perilous journey home after the Trojan War. Nolan’s film will explore themes of heroism, loyalty, and cunning, featuring iconic characters like Polyphemus, Circe, and Penelope.
Hawkins has also appeared in The Color Purple, In the Heights, and Straight Outta Compton, among other notable roles. His upcoming projects include Amazon MGM’s Crime 101, Poker Face Season 2, and Hulu’s thriller The Man in My Basement, for which he is also an executive producer.
Source: https://deadline.com/2025/02/the-odyssey-corey-hawkins-christopher-nolan-1236289906