Matt Damon Praises Female Stunt Double's Incredible Strength

WHO:

Variety - Matt Damon, a prominent actor, stars as Odysseus in "The Odyssey."

The Hollywood Reporter - The film features Anne Hathaway as Penelope, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and includes a cast of Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong’o, John Leguizamo, Elliot Page, Mia Goth, Corey Hawkins, Jon Bernthal, Samantha Morton, Travis Scott, and Benny Safdie.

WHAT:

Variety - Matt Damon praised his female stunt double for her impressive physical strength, specifically noting she had "the greatest arms I’ve ever seen."

The Hollywood Reporter - The film "The Odyssey" collected more than $264 million globally in its debut weekend following its release on July 17.

WHERE:

The Hollywood Reporter - Filming took place in various locations, including a catering tent where Damon first met his stunt double.

WHEN:

The Hollywood Reporter - "The Odyssey" was released on July 17.

WHY:

The Hollywood Reporter - Damon explained the use of a female stunt double was necessary for the forced perspective scenes involving giant characters, specifically the Laestrygonians.

HOW:

The Hollywood Reporter - Damon described the filming technique involving stuntmen of varying heights to create the illusion of giants in the film.

(UPDATED July 21, 2026 15:33 UTC)

In a stunning debut, the film "The Odyssey," featuring Matt Damon as Odysseus, has already grossed over $264 million globally since its release on July 17. The star praised his female stunt double for her impressive physical strength, calling her "the greatest arms I’ve ever seen," which was crucial for the film's forced perspective scenes involving giant characters. Filming took place in various locations, including a catering tent where Damon first met his stunt double, and the production utilized stuntmen of varying heights to create the illusion of giants on screen.