Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated film, "The Odyssey," has brought together a star-studded cast, prompting a look into the net worths of its key players and director. The film, an adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic, boasts a budget of $250 million, marking Nolan's most expensive project to date.
Director Christopher Nolan, with an estimated net worth of $250 million, is recognized for blockbuster hits such as "Interstellar," "Dunkirk," "The Dark Knight," and "Inception." His films have grossed over $6 billion worldwide. For "Oppenheimer," released in 2024, Nolan reportedly received close to $100 million, a figure that included his salary, box-office escalators, backend compensation, and an Academy Award bonus. "Oppenheimer," which had a $100 million budget, earned $958 million globally and secured seven Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director for Nolan. "The Odyssey" has received widespread critical acclaim, with a 99% score on Rotten Tomatoes, surpassing the 94% score of "The Dark Knight."
Among the cast, Charlize Theron, who plays Calypso, has an estimated net worth of $200 million. The 50-year-old actress commands around $10 million per film and has built her fortune through roles in "Mad Max: Fury Road," "Monster," and "Atomic Blonde," along with endorsement deals and producing work. Theron was accompanied by her adopted daughters, August and Jackson, at the film's New York City premiere.
Matt Damon, portraying the titular hero Odysseus, has a net worth of $170 million. The 55-year-old actor's wealth stems from major franchises like "Bourne" and films such as "Saving Private Ryan" and "Oppenheimer." Damon also co-founded the production company Artists Equity with Ben Affleck. He attended the premieres with his wife Luciana and their four daughters.
Robert Pattinson, who plays Antinous, has an estimated net worth of $90 million. His fortune was largely built on his role as Edward Cullen in the "Twilight" franchise, from which he reportedly earned up to $40 million from the final films. Pattinson has also starred in "The Batman" and "Tenet" and has a lucrative endorsement deal with Dior men's fragrances. He is in a relationship with model Suki Waterhouse, and they have one child.
Anne Hathaway, playing Penelope, has a net worth of $80 million. Known for her role in "The Devil Wears Prada," she reportedly earned $12.5 million for its recent second installment, a figure negotiated under a "favored nations" agreement. Hathaway also starred in "The Princess Diaries," "The Dark Knight Rises," and earned an estimated $10 million for "Les Misérables." She has three sons with her husband Adam Shulman.
Travis Scott, also listed with a net worth of $80 million, contributes to "The Odyssey" as the Greek bard Demodocus and by performing an end-credits song. His wealth is derived from record sales, high-grossing tours that can earn up to $1.8 million per show, and endorsements with brands like Nike. Scott previously collaborated with Nolan on the theme song for "Tenet."
Zendaya, who portrays Athena, has a net worth of $40 million. The 29-year-old actress has achieved significant success with roles in "Spider-Man," "Euphoria," and the "Dune" franchise. She reportedly earns around $1 million per "Euphoria" episode and received a $10 million salary for the 2024 film "Challengers." Zendaya also has high-profile endorsement deals with brands like Louis Vuitton and Bulgari. She is married to co-star Tom Holland.
Tom Holland, who plays Telemachus, has a net worth of $25 million, largely from his portrayal of Peter Parker/Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where he has earned an estimated $18.75 million. He has also appeared in "Uncharted" and "Cherry," and recently launched a non-alcoholic beer brand. Holland noted that working with his wife Zendaya on "The Odyssey" was a dream, and that she boosted his confidence on set.
Lupita Nyong'o, with a net worth of $10 million, has appeared in major franchises such as "Black Panther" and "Star Wars." She also holds a significant ambassadorship with Lancôme. Nolan recently defended his casting of Nyong'o as Clytemnestra against historical accuracy critiques, stating that depictions should reflect how characters were perceived by their original audiences.
Elliot Page, with an $8 million net worth, plays the Greek soldier Sinon. Page gained recognition for his role in the 2007 film "Juno" and has since appeared in "Inception" and "X-Men: The Last Stand," as well as the Netflix series "The Umbrella Academy." Page attended the "The Odyssey" premiere with his girlfriend, actress Julia Shiplett.
Mia Goth, estimated at $4 million, has seen a rapid rise in fame with roles in "X," "Pearl," "MaXXXine," and upcoming projects like "Blade" and "Frankenstein."