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Nolan Mulls Horror Film, Next Project Delayed Three Years

7/21/2026

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Christopher Nolan said he is interested in making a horror film if he finds an amazing idea.
He cited the indie hit “Obsession” as the story he would need and said working on “The Odyssey,” which includes a cyclops-cave sequence scored by Ludwig Göransson, boosted his appetite for horror.
He indicated his next film will be at least three years away because the “Odyssey” shoot exhausted his crew’s stamina.

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Christopher Nolan said he is interested in making a horror film if he finds an amazing idea.
He cited the indie hit “Obsession” as the story he would need and said working on “The Odyssey,” which includes a cyclops-cave sequence scored by Ludwig Göransson, boosted his appetite for horror.
He indicated his next film will be at least three years away because the “Odyssey” shoot exhausted his crew’s stamina.