Is The Odyssey a true story? Here's what we know about history and the book which inspired Christopher Nolan's movie

The Odyssey is not a true story; it originates from Homer's ancient Greek epic poem.

The poem includes fictional elements such as gods, Cyclops, and sirens.

It draws inspiration from real places, historical events, and Bronze Age Greek culture.

The story is set after the Trojan War and follows Odysseus's 10-year journey home to Ithaca.

Christopher Nolan's film adaptation recreates the mythical world of the poem.