Ithaca sees tourism boost following Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey

Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of ‘The Odyssey’ is driving a surge in interest for the Greek island of Ithaca. Although the production did not film on the island, tourism interest is rising, with easyJet holidays reporting an 18% increase in bookings to Greece following the film's release.

Critics and audiences have highly praised the film, specifically highlighting Elliot Page’s performance as the Greek soldier Sinon. Page’s role has been described by reviewers as ‘fundamental’ and ‘sublime,’ providing a poignant take on the ‘naive child soldier’ trope. The star-studded cast also includes Matt Damon as Odysseus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, and Zendaya as Athena.

Local authorities in Ithaca anticipate that the full impact of this cinematic phenomenon will be felt most significantly during the 2027 tourism season as travelers interested in classical mythology and archaeology incorporate the island into their itineraries.