Nolan's The Odyssey Popcorn Bucket Takes Cue to Trojan

A second, highly anticipated collectible popcorn bucket for Christopher Nolan's upcoming film "The Odyssey" has been officially revealed, modeled after the legendary Trojan Horse. The bucket was announced on the film's official social media accounts on June 9, 2026, ahead of the movie's theatrical release on July 17, 2026.

The design features the horse on its hind legs with a compartment in its stomach to hold popcorn, referencing a pivotal sequence in the epic poem where Greek soldiers hide inside a giant wooden horse to infiltrate the city of Troy. This marks the second themed popcorn bucket announced for the film, following a sold-out bucket shaped like an IMAX camera that honored Nolan's use of the format. According to reports, the Trojan Horse bucket is expected to be available at major theater chains including AMC, Regal, and Cinemark.

Promotional popcorn buckets have become a significant marketing tool for major film releases in recent years, incentivizing theater attendance with unique collectibles. The trend includes items tied to films such as "Dune: Part Two" and various superhero franchises. For "The Odyssey," the merchandise ties directly into the film's...