Musk's Grok releases first AI-generated Odyssey episode, drawing criticism
The gist
Grok Imagine posted a seven-minute, twelve-second AI-generated Odyssey episode in 4K on X.
The clip tests how synthetic video measures against Nolan's USD 1.8 billion practical film.
How it unfolded
- Jul 2026Musk said Grok Imagine would create a full-length, 'historically accurate' Odyssey film before the end of 2026 and shared an AI-generated three-minute trailer.
- Oct 23, 2026Grok Imagine posted 'Episode 1 of our Odyssey series' on X — seven minutes and twelve seconds, rendered in 4K at 3840 by 2160, credited to Wonder Studios and director Dev Walker.
- Oct 25, 2026HyperAI reported the release, about three months after Musk's full-length film promise.