Robert Pattinson has revealed he could not resist teasing Tom Holland while the pair trained for Christopher Nolan's epic The Odyssey, joking that his younger co-star looked "too good" with a sword and even telling him, "I want to be your daddy."
Pattinson's Playful Provocation
Speaking to CinemaBlend while promoting The Odyssey, Pattinson recalled watching Holland throw himself into the film's intensive combat training, admitting he decided to have a little fun at the Spider-Man star's expense. "I was just winding him up," Pattinson said, explaining that he jokingly criticised Holland's sword-fighting technique despite being impressed by his dedication.
He added that Holland took the comments in good spirits as the cast bonded throughout production. Pattinson said the playful banter became part of the atmosphere on set, with the ensemble cast constantly joking with one another between the physically demanding training sessions.
Holland's Commitment Praised
The actor praised Holland's work ethic, saying he approached the role with remarkable commitment and quickly adapted to the film's rigorous action sequences. The pair star alongside Matt Damon, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o, Charlize Theron and Jon Bernthal in Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic.
The Odyssey follows Odysseus' perilous journey home after the Trojan War, with Damon leading the cast as the legendary Greek king. Holland plays Odysseus' son, Telemachus, while Pattinson's role has yet to be officially confirmed.
Global Production and Anticipation
Filming took place across several international locations, including Greece, Morocco and Italy, with the cast undergoing extensive physical preparation for the historical epic. Nolan's adaptation has become one of the most anticipated films of 2026, with its star-studded cast and large-scale practical filmmaking drawing significant attention ahead of its theatrical release. The Odyssey is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on July 17, 2026.
