Quick Read
- Rapper Travis Scott appeared in a new TV commercial for Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film, ‘The Odyssey.’
- The minute-long spot aired during the high-profile AFC Championship game, drawing significant viewership.
- Scott’s character is seen in a banquet scene, delivering dialogue and warning of war alongside Jon Bernthal and Tom Holland.
- This marks a new on-screen collaboration for Scott and Nolan, who previously worked together on ‘Tenet.’
- ‘The Odyssey,’ starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, is set for release on July 17th, 2026.
LOS ANGELES (Azat TV) – American rapper Travis Scott has made a surprising on-screen appearance in a new television spot for Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated epic film, ‘The Odyssey,’ broadcast during the recent AFC Championship game between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos. The minute-long teaser, which aired to an audience of tens of millions, confirmed Scott’s involvement in the film with a speaking role, marking a notable expansion of his collaborative history with the acclaimed director.
A Surprise Unveiling on a National Stage
The TV spot, which quickly went viral across social media platforms, offered the first glimpse of Scott’s character in ‘The Odyssey.’ In a pivotal banquet scene, Scott is shown silencing a bustling mess hall with the booming taps of a staff, delivering a cryptic warning of impending conflict. His line, “It burning, screaming to the ground,” immediately captured attention, signaling a more substantial role than a mere cameo. He appears alongside established cast members Jon Bernthal, who plays Menelaus, and Tom Holland, cast as Telemachus, adding a new layer of intrigue to the already star-studded ensemble.
The decision to debut Scott’s role during the AFC Championship game underscored the strategic marketing approach for the film. Last year’s championship game alone garnered over 57 million viewers, making it one of the most expensive and impactful advertising slots available. While the exact nature and extent of Scott’s screen time remain unconfirmed by Universal Pictures or Scott himself, some early speculation suggests he may portray a bard-like figure, given the epic’s mythological setting.
The Evolving Collaboration Between Nolan and Scott
This on-screen collaboration is not the first time Christopher Nolan and Travis Scott have joined creative forces. Scott previously contributed the track “The Plan” to the soundtrack of Nolan’s 2020 cerebral action-sci-fi film, ‘Tenet.’ At the time, Nolan publicly praised Scott’s profound impact, telling GQ that the rapper’s “voice became the final piece of a yearlong puzzle” and that his “insights into the musical and narrative mechanism [composer] Ludwig Göransson and I were building were immediate, insightful, and profound.”
Their shared appreciation for the cinematic experience further deepens their professional bond. Nolan, currently the head of the Directors Guild of America (DGA), has been a vocal advocate for preserving the theatrical release model against the rise of streaming-only films. Scott has also expressed his passion for safeguarding the communal experience of moviegoing, aligning with Nolan’s vision for large-scale, immersive cinema.
Inside Christopher Nolan’s Epic ‘The Odyssey’
‘The Odyssey’ promises to be another monumental cinematic achievement from Nolan. The film centers on the legendary Greek hero Odysseus, played by Matt Damon, as he embarks on a perilous journey home to his wife Penelope after the Trojan War. His treacherous voyage involves confronting a pantheon of Grecian mythological figures, including the cyclops Polyphemus, the enchanting Sirens, the nymph Calypso, and the witch goddess Circe.
The production boasts an extensive and acclaimed cast, featuring Tom Holland as Telemachus and Jon Bernthal as Menelaus, alongside Elliot Page, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Mia Goth, John Leguizamo, and Anne Hathaway. Filming for the epic concluded in August 2025, with Nolan employing his signature techniques, including shooting on IMAX 70mm and relying heavily on practical effects and globe-trotting locations to bring the ancient world to life. Universal Pictures is set to release ‘The Odyssey’ in theaters and IMAX on July 17th, 2026.
Travis Scott’s Expanding Horizons
Known professionally as Travis Scott, Jacques Webster II is a 10-time Grammy-nominated rapper, producer, and fashion icon. While primarily celebrated for his music, including his 2023 album ‘Utopia,’ and headlining major festivals like Reading and Leeds in 2025, Scott has gradually explored various creative avenues. He has a history of brief forays into acting, appearing in Harmony Korine’s 2023 experimental film ‘Aggro Dr1ft’ and the 2019 crime drama ‘Gully.’ He also played himself in TV shows ‘Ballers’ and ‘The Town’ and directed and starred in ‘Circus Maximus,’ a visual companion to his ‘Utopia’ album.
Scott has recently spoken about his current musical process, aiming for “stadium status” in his new tunes. “How could people so far away feel so close? How can the music be so big but grounded? Taking raw elements and making it feel, like, euphoric,” he told Rolling Stone, indicating a continued ambition to create impactful, large-scale experiences, whether through music or film.
The strategic reveal of Travis Scott in ‘The Odyssey’ during a high-profile broadcast leverages his immense cultural influence to generate early buzz for Christopher Nolan’s film. This unexpected casting choice, building on their previous musical collaboration, highlights a growing trend of major artists crossing into prominent film roles, signifying a deliberate fusion of music and cinematic star power to capture broad audience attention.