Just as a rising tide raises all boats, the success of Christopher Nolan’s new blockbuster is also benefiting an older film. A retelling of a classic story, originally released almost thirty years ago, is now seeing a surge in popularity on streaming services.
A recent surge in popularity has made the 1997 TV miniseries The Odyssey a success on demand. FlixPatrol reports that the series, starring Armand Assante as Odysseus, is currently the eighth most-downloaded show on Apple TV in the US. It’s joined by other titles experiencing a similar boost thanks to the new film Troy, and several movies directed by Christopher Nolan – including Interstellar, Tenet, and Batman Begins.
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Is a Cinematic Masterpiece
The 1997 television miniseries is currently seeing a boost in viewers, likely because Christopher Nolan’s new movie, The Odyssey, came out in theaters on July 17th. The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus and also features a star-studded cast including Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Jon Bernthal, Charlize Theron, Samantha Morton, Lupita Nyong’o, and Benny Safdie.
Just three years after his acclaimed film Oppenheimer, director Christopher Nolan has released what many are calling his most ambitious work yet – an adaptation of a classic Greek story. The movie is receiving rave reviews from both critics and audiences, boasting a 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer and a 97% audience score. It also had a phenomenal opening weekend, earning over $260 million worldwide and exceeding all box office expectations. With little competition expected next week, the film is well on its way to becoming one of Nolan’s biggest financial successes.
The Odyssey Is Getting Even More Adaptations After 2026
Christopher Nolan’s recent film has inspired a wave of new projects in Hollywood. Several adaptations have been announced in just the past few months, with more expected over the next few years. One particularly interesting project is an animated version of the popular online musical, EPIC: The Musical, created by Jorge Rivera-Herrans.
Karl Gajdusek, a producer on Stranger Things, is now developing a miniseries called Odysseus. This new adaptation will explore Homer’s classic story in greater detail, taking advantage of the longer format to present a more faithful telling. Its release will likely benefit from the current popularity of similar projects, such as Disney+’s Percy Jackson & the Olympians.
You can currently find the 1997 film The Odyssey for purchase or rental on Apple TV, while Christopher Nolan’s version of The Odyssey is showing in cinemas now.
2026-07-20 04:07