2025 and beyond smells of a cinematic explosion. With a blockbuster lineup that's being hailed as one of the greatest in history, fans are eagerly anticipating the year's most epic releases. Robert Pattinson, fresh from his iconic portrayal of Batman, is set to dominate the screens with not one, but two highly anticipated projects. Alongside his Caped Crusader duties, Pattinson is confirmed to star in Christopher Nolan's ambitious Greek mythology adaptation, The Odyssey. Meanwhile, fans think they have already uncovered the actor's role in this ancient epic, sending excitement into overdrive.

The star-studded lineup for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is taking shape, with casting speculation rising as Matt Damon as Odysseus, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and Anne Hathaway as Penelope. Zendaya, Charlize Theron, and Lupita Nyong'o are also on board as Athena, Circe, and Calypso. Rumors have been swirling around that Robert Pattinson should play Poseidon, but fans are more eager to see him as a villain, hoping he will redeem his alleged wasted talent in Tenet.

Reddit fans are rooting for Robert Pattinson to play Antinous, the primary antagonist in Homer's Odyssey. As the leader of the suitors, Antinous embodies arrogance and malice, making him a perfect fit for Pattinson's villainous arc. His character's scheming to take over Odysseus's kingdom and win Penelope's hand would create a compelling conflict.

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Fans believe Pattinson's talent would bring depth to this iconic villainous role, like no other out of the confirmed cast.

Fans have taken to social media to express their ecstasy about the possibility of Robert Pattinson playing a villain in The Odyssey. As eager as they are to see him redeem himself after his role in Tenet, the idea of Pattinson in a negative shade has piqued their interest, and many can envision him as a compelling villain. Some have also chimed in on how a powerful and worthy character will do justice to his acting abilities, and are enthusiastically awaiting confirmation of his role in the film.

Others, however, still have their money on Poseidon. Nothing has been officially confirmed as of now.

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is set to hit theaters on July 17, 2026, courtesy of Universal Pictures. The studio promises a "mythic action epic" filmed globally with a never-used cutting-edge IMAX technology, marking the first time Homer's classic saga on screens. With its all-star cast, including Matt Damon and Robert Pattinson, fans look forward to his epic adaptation to be a cinematic spectacle.

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