TL;DR:
- Tom Holland joins Christopher Nolan’s next film alongside Matt Damon, set for July 17, 2026 release
- Rumors suggest the movie could be a vampire horror set in the 1920s
- This marks Nolan’s first project since winning Oscars for “Oppenheimer”
- The film will be released in IMAX, continuing Nolan’s tradition of grand cinematic experiences
Christopher Nolan, the Oscar-winning director of “Oppenheimer,” has set his sights on his next project, and it’s already generating significant buzz in Hollywood. Tom Holland, best known for his role as Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has been cast alongside Matt Damon in Nolan’s upcoming film, scheduled for release on July 17, 2026.
While official plot details remain under wraps, sources close to the production have hinted at an intriguing premise. According to a report from Gizmodo, the film is rumored to be a vampire movie set in the 1920s. This information, coming from what the outlet describes as a “reliable source,” has yet to be confirmed or denied by Universal Pictures, the studio backing the project.
The potential vampire theme has sparked comparisons to Ryan Coogler’s upcoming film “Sinners,” also centered around vampires. However, industry insiders note that Nolan has never shied away from tackling similar subjects as his contemporaries, citing his work on “The Prestige” which was released around the same time as “The Illusionist,” both magic-themed period pieces.
“We want to see Matt Damon and Tom Holland in long, flowing coats ripping out people’s throats in 70mm IMAX with your seat shaking from the huge Hans Zimmer score,” speculates Gizmodo, capturing the excitement surrounding the potential premise.
The casting of Holland marks a significant addition to the project. The young actor, who has been making waves beyond his superhero roles with performances in films like “Cherry” and “The Crowded Room,” is set to balance this new venture with his ongoing commitments to the Spider-Man franchise and the upcoming “Avengers: Doomsday.”
This film will be Nolan’s first since his critically acclaimed “Oppenheimer,” which earned him Academy Awards for Best Picture and Best Director. As with his previous works, the new project is slated for an IMAX release, promising the immersive cinematic experience Nolan is known for.
As fans and industry watchers eagerly await more details, the combination of Nolan’s visionary direction, a potentially gothic horror theme, and a star-studded cast including Damon and Holland has already positioned this untitled project as one of the most anticipated films of 2026.
