Andy Serkis Set to Narrate Sci-fi Adaptation of the Odyssey

WHO:

Screen Rant - Andy Serkis is confirmed to lead the adaptation.

Deadline - Adrian Tchaikovsky is the writer of the adaptation.

WHAT:

Coming Soon - The adaptation is described as quite different from Christopher Nolan's epic action-fantasy film, which was released in July 2026.

Screen Rant - Andy Serkis is set to narrate a sci-fi adaptation of The Odyssey.

Deadline - The project is titled "Odysseus Rising" and is an Audible Original adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey.

WHEN:

Deadline - The project has been in development since late 2024 and is being lined up to launch in 2026.

WHY:

Screen Rant - The adaptation follows the success of Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of The Odyssey.

HOW:

Deadline - The adaptation will be narrated by Andy Serkis for Audible.

(UPDATED September 24, 2026 17:59 UTC)

A new adaptation is on the way, and it's being described as quite different from Christopher Nolan's epic action-fantasy film that hit theaters in July 2026. Fans of the genre are eagerly anticipating how this fresh take will unfold. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches.

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(UPDATED September 24, 2026 16:00 UTC)

Andy Serkis is confirmed to narrate a new sci-fi adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey, titled "Odysseus Rising," which is being developed as an Audible Original. The project, written by Adrian Tchaikovsky, has been in the works since late 2024 and is set to launch in 2026. This adaptation follows the success of Christopher Nolan’s previous take on the classic tale.