A film by Christopher Nolan, The Odyssey – was part filmed on location in Moray and Aberdeenshire close to Cullen.

The Odyssey, is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX® film technology. The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX® film screens for the first time and opened in theatres worldwide on July 17, 2026.

The Odyssey stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson and Lupita Nyong’o, with Zendaya and Charlize Theron.

The Odyssey is produced by Emma Thomas and Christopher Nolan for their company, Syncopy. The executive producer is Thomas Hayslip.

Genre: Mythic Action Epic, written and directed by Christopher Nolan.

Cast: Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya and Charlize Theron.

Information shared from The Odyssey Official website >>

Filming Locations

The Odyssey Movie was filmed at locations across the globe including here in north east Scotland.

Close to Cullen, Findlater Castle and Sunnyside beach are key locations and Culbin Forest along the Moray coast near Forres.

Walk in the footsteps of the Hollywood film stars on ‘The Odyssey Trail’ as you walk from Cullen along the coast path to Sunnyside beach and Findlater Castle.

View The Odyssey Trail walking route >>

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The Odyssey in North East Scotland – Explore the Landscapes Behind the Legend

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey used some of the most dramatic coastal scenery in North East Scotland to stand in for the ancient world of Greece. Whether you’re a film fan, history enthusiast, walker or nature lover, there are plenty of places to explore connected to the film and the region’s rich heritage.

Filming locations map >>

Moray and Aberdeenshire Tourism & Heritage locations guide >>