Elon Musk Promises AI ‘Odyssey’ Film After Nolan Backlash

Elon Musk says he plans to use artificial intelligence to create his own version of The Odyssey, as he continues to criticize director Christopher Nolan’s recent film based on the same source. The tech billionaire posted on X Tuesday that his company’s Grok system will produce a full-length version of Homer’s epic before the end of the year. He shared a short AI-generated clip inspired by the ancient poem and promised a version that sticks closely to the original text. “Before this year ends, Grok Imagine will make a full-length movie of ‘The Odyssey’ that is historically accurate and true to the art of Homer,” Musk wrote. He did not give details on production, budget, or release plans. Before this year ends, Grok Imagine will make a full-length movie of The Odyssey that is historically accurate and true to the art of Homer https://t.co/bVHzUmY9WN — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 22, 2026 In a follow-up post, Musk responded to a fan suggestion about hiring director Mel Gibson for a live-action version. The fan proposed a $100 million production with period-accurate ships, armor, and weapons, along with dialogue delivered in Homeric Greek. Musk replied that he was “down” with the idea. ...