Hollywood Summer Movie Lineup Kicks Off

Hollywood's summer movie season kicks off with a blockbuster lineup blending epic adaptations, superhero spectacles, family animations, and independent gems, running from early May through Labor Day and promising to drive a significant portion of the year's box office.

At the forefront is Christopher Nolan's adaptation of "The Odyssey," set for release on July 17. The director described the ancient Greek epic as a foundational story deserving the full scale of modern filmmaking resources. "There's a massive amount of pressure," Nolan told the Associated Press. "Anyone taking on The Odyssey is taking on the hopes and dreams of people for epic movies everywhere and that comes with a huge responsibility." Featuring battles, gods, and mythical creatures, the film stars Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, and Tom Holland. Shot entirely on IMAX film, it marks a technical milestone, with some 70mm IMAX tickets selling out in under an hour a year in advance. Clocking in at under three hours—limited by projector capabilities—Nolan emphasized sincerity in interpreting the tale, drawing from his experience with the Batman trilogy. The project follows the success of his 2023 film...