Odysseus in the underworld – screenshot from the trailer for the 2026 Christopher Nolan film (fair use)

TOP 10 ADAPTATIONS OF THE ODYSSEY

Sing, Muse, of my Top 10 Adaptations of the Odyssey.

Yes, as pre-empted by the introduction to my Top 10 Odysseys (or Odyssey Iceberg), I have my Top 10 Adaptations of the Odyssey.

After all, it is the oldest work of Western literature (along with the Iliad as its prequel) and hence been around for almost three millennia as inspiration for prolific adaptations and re-imaginings – predominantly in literature but also on screen and in other media.