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Sean Avery, the former NHL enforcer who hung up his skates with the New York Rangers, has found a second act on the silver screen, most recently landing a role in Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated film, 'The Odyssey.' According to The Athletic, Avery has now appeared in more than ten feature-length movies, including Nolan's last three blockbusters.
In 'The Odyssey,' Avery portrays Laodamas, one of Odysseus' rugged, helmeted warriors. The casting choice has drawn attention, with some speculating that his on-ice toughness translated seamlessly to the physically demanding role. Avery himself expressed his excitement, saying, 'I save Odysseus. What an incredible movie moment for me.'
His hockey career, which spanned over a decade and included 580 NHL games, saw him tally 247 points (90 goals, 157 assists) and accumulate a staggering 1,533 penalty minutes. During his time with the Rangers, he recorded 45 goals and 123 points in 264 games, along with a plus-19 rating and 601 penalty minutes.
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Avery's foray into acting began while he was still an active player, with a debut in the 2005 biopic 'The Rocket' about Maurice Richard. His connection to Nolan's inner circle reportedly stems from a 2014 stint on 'Dancing with the Stars,' where he befriended producer Valoree Papsidera, whose husband John is Nolan's longtime casting director.
The production of 'The Odyssey' proved to be Avery's most grueling yet, requiring a six-month shoot across locations including Greece, Scotland, Iceland, Morocco, and Sicily, with mountain hikes and rowing training. The film is projected to gross over $1 billion globally. Beyond this, Avery is set to appear in the CBS series 'Einstein' (premiering mid-2026-27) and has been lined up for season four of Netflix's 'The Night Agent,' signaling a sustained and thriving post-hockey career.