Devyn Dalton doubles for Matt Damon in Nolan's 'Odyssey' battle scene

Canadian stunt performer Devyn Dalton, 1.37 m tall, served as the body double for Matt Damon’s Ulysses in Christopher Nolan’s epic ‘Odyssey’. Dalton replaced Damon in the climactic battle against the Laestrygonians, using forced‑perspective staging that pairs towering male stuntmen with shorter doubles to exaggerate the giants’ size. Damon praised her in a podcast, saying, “They are the most beautiful arms I have ever seen.” The scene marks the first time a female stuntwoman has doubled for a major Hollywood male lead, highlighting the industry's gender gap—women comprise just over 20 % of stunt performers according to SAG‑AFA. Dalton, previously known for work on ‘Planet of the Apes’ and ‘The Last of Us’, noted the physical demands and the rarity of such assignments. ‘Odyssey’ has opened to critical acclaim and a record‑breaking $264 million worldwide opening weekend, underscoring the film’s cultural impact.