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2003’s overlooked animated anthology movie The Animatrix only added to the legend of Carrie-Anne Moss’ character Trinity established by the live-action Matrix films. Written and produced by The Wachowskis for online release immediately after The Matrix Reloaded and before The Matrix Revolutions, The Animatrix features nine non-chronological animated shorts directed by some of the franchise creators’ favorite anime filmmakers.

Two of the shorts, in particular, focus on Trinity’s backstory, making her even cooler than when she appeared on the big screen in the original live-action Matrix trilogy. “A Detective Story” serves up the kind of coded messages and escapology the feature films lead you to expect from Trinity. Her minor role in “Kid’s Story”, meanwhile, portrays her hero status almost on a par with Neo.

The Animatrix’s “A Detective Story” Shows How Big Of A Threat Trinity Was To The Machines She Was Impossible To Catch And...

Last April, we heard the exciting news: Drew Goddard, known for The Martian and The Cabin in the Woods, was chosen to direct a new Matrix film for Warner Bros. Discovery. Fans have speculated about a reboot or spin-off for years, and this project might finally deliver.

The original Matrix movie, released in 1999, was a massive hit. Its sequels, The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, both came out in 2003 but didn’t capture the same enthusiasm. In 2021, Lana Wachowski returned (without Lilly) to direct The Matrix Resurrections, but it also struggled with fans.

We still don’t know if original stars like Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne, or Hugo Weaving will join this new venture. However, a rumor from @MyTimeToShineH (via the Sff Gazette) suggests that Ariana Grande could be one of the leads in Goddard’s Matrix. This would be a big leap for Grande, especially after her praised role in Wicked.

Will Smith shockingly passed on the leading role in The Matrix, which completely changed both the franchise and his career. Smith was offered the role of Neo in The Matrix before Keanu Reeves. By that point in his career, some of Will Smith's best movies, such as Bad Boys, Independence Day, and Men in Black, had already been released. Therefore, he had already established himself as a movie star. Additionally, Smith had proven that he had an interest in the science fiction genre, which would have made him a perfect leading man for The Matrix movies.

The story of the first Matrix movie follows Neo, who discovers that humanity is trapped inside the Matrix, a simulated reality that was created by intelligent machines. Lily and Lana Wachowski, the writers and directors of the first Matrix movie, offered the role of Neo to Smith. Smith accepting the role of Neo would have completely changed his career,...

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Will Smith has created waves on social media after posting a cryptic post about his potential appearance in The Matrix franchise. The actor was the first choice for the lead role of Neo in the original 1999 film; however, he passed on the opportunity to star in Wild Wild West. The role ultimately went to Keanu Reeves, who made the character memorable.

Ever since The Matrix has grown to be one of the most popular sci-fi franchises and is counted among classic films. Will Smith has now shared a video featuring a text message that teases his involvement in the film series.

Will Smith Shares Post About His Potential Role in The Matrix 5

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It's been nearly a year since we first learned of plans for Drew Goddard to write and direct a new Matrix movie. Rumours of a reboot or spin-off have persisted for years (the prequel starring Michael B. Jordan as a young Morpheus never came to fruition) but we've heard very little about this effort since it was announced by Warner Bros. Discovery.

Goddard, best known for writing The Martian and directing The Cabin in the Woods (he also worked on Netflix's Daredevil and the unmade Sinister Six movie for Sony Pictures), will have a helping hand from franchise co-creator Lana Wachowski who has boarded the project as an executive producer.

Yesterday, Will Smith shared a cryptic Instagram post addressing his now-infamous decision to pass on the role of Neo in 1999's The Matrix to instead star in Wild Wild West.

The Oscar-winner shared a brief video with a Matrix-style message reading,...

Will Smith will not star in the next 'Matrix' movie.The 'King Richard' actor sparked speculation on Monday (06.01.25) that he would be part of the fifth installment of the franchise that is currently in development after he shared a cryptic video on Instagram that told how he initially turned down the lead role of Neo - which ultimately went to Keanu Reeves - with the post ending on a teaser that led to fans speculating he was joining the series.The video message, in a 'Matrix'-style font, read: "In 1997, the Wachowski’s offered Will Smith the role of Neo in 'The Matrix'. Smith turned it down. He chose 'Wild Wild West', believing it was a better fit for him at the time. But the question remains: What would 'The Matrix' have been like with Will Smith as Neo? Wake up,...

Will Smith has taken to social media to obliquely suggest that he might be starring in The Matrix 5 – 25 years after turning the original film down.

Will Smith famously turned down the chance to star as Neo in the original trilogy of Matrix films which began in 1999. The Matrix was a mind-bending cyberpunk adventure that would eventually star Keanu Reeves instead, becoming an all-time classic. While the sequels may not have lived up to the promise of that first film, The Matrix endures, and Smith’s decision to appear instead in Wild Wild West goes down as one of those legendary career missteps.

Of course, Smith is no stranger to career missteps, having committed perhaps the most high-profile one of that last couple of decades. His career is still recovering from that Oscars slap, but last year’s Bad Boys: Ride Or Die seemed to prove that audiences are more than...

It is a widespread belief among fans and critics that actors do not choose roles rather the role chooses the actor. In the history of the film industry, there have been several iconic roles, but Keanu Reeves’ portrayal of Neo in The Matrix will always occupy a special place in popular culture.

Keanu Reeves as Neo in The Matrix | Credit: Warner Bros.

A role that not only propelled him to the forefront of Hollywood but also made him famous across the world, today, it is hard to imagine anyone else as the titular character. This idea seems even more perplexing when one realizes that the Wachowskis had initially offered Will Smith the lead role but he turned it down fearing it won’t be a good film. However, he recently teased starring in such a film, sending shockwaves across The Matrix fandom.

Before Keanu Reeves, Will Smith was the first...

Will Smith took to social today and made everyone think he’s starring in the next Matrix movie in development at Warner Bros.

“In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The Matrix. Smith turned it down. He chose Wild Wild West, believing it was a better fit for him at the time. But the question remains: What would The Matrix have been like with Will Smith as Neo?”

“Wake up Will…”

“The Matrix has you…”

But sources say Smith is not attached to the new Matrix movie. The whole tease is connected to a new music project that Smith has underway. The last album he released was back in 2005, “Lost and Found” which featured the hit single, “Switch” which peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Smith’s third and last Hot 100 top 10. Last June, Smith dropped his first single in close to two decades,...

Will Smith will not be joining Warner Bros. and director Drew Goddard in a new Matrix movie for the studio, insiders tell The Hollywood Reporter.

That leaves open a mystery Smith sparked on Monday with a cryptic Instagram post noting how Smith passed on the starring role of Neo in the original 1999 sci-fi epic The Matrix, directed by Lana Wachowski and Lilly Wachowski.

The Instagram post — featuring Matrix-style computer font — stated: “In 1997, the Wachowski’s offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The Matrix. Smith turned it down. He chose Wild Wild West, believing it was a better fit for him at the time. But the question remains: What would The Matrix have been like with Will Smith as Neo? Wake up, Will… The Matrix has you…”

The Matrix went on to be a generation-defining hit, while Barry Sonnenfeld’s Wild Wild West was beaten up by critics...

Last April, Warner Bros. Discovery announced that Drew Goddard had been tapped to write and direct a new Matrix movie. Rumours of a reboot or spin-off have persisted for years, and while we don't know which category this project will fall into, the news excited fans of the franchise.

Goddard, best known for writing The Martian and directing The Cabin in the Woods (he also worked on Daredevil and Sony Pictures unmade Sinister Six movie), will be joined by franchise co-creator Lana Wachowski as executive producer.

Today, the question on everyone's lips is whether the movie will star Will Smith...as Neo?!

The Oscar-winner famously passed on the role to instead star in Wild Wild West. As a result, Keanu Reeves was cast as the iconic character and the rest, as they say, is history. However, a reboot could change things.

On Instagram - via SFFGazette.com - Smith shared...

Will Smith sent social media into a frenzy after posting a cryptic message pitching the idea for a “Matrix” movie with him as the star.

“In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in ‘The Matrix.’ Smith turned it down,” Smith’s video post, which he uploaded Monday, read. “He chose ‘Wild Wild West,’ believing it was a better fit for him at the time. But the question remains: What would ‘The Matrix’ have been like with Will Smith as Neo?”

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The post’s texts were typed out in red print with eery music behind it. The first message was followed by: “Wake up, Will … The Matrix has you … .”

His comment section was immediately filled with folks excited at the idea.

“Make it happen,” the three-time Grammy award-winning rapper wrote in the comments. Even got X users excited.

Is Will Smith entering the Matrix? On Monday, the actor shared a cryptic post on his Instagram about his decision to pass on the role of Neo in the original Matrix with a few interesting questions. The post has fans believing that he’ll be joining the upcoming Matrix film.

“In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The Matrix. Smith turned it down. He chose Wild Wild West, believing it was a better fit for him at the time,” read the message on Smith’s Instagram...

Now that The Matrix 5 is confirmed to be in the works, it’s the perfect time for another animated spinoff movie in the style of The Animatrix. In April 2024, Warner Bros. officially announced that The Matrix 5 was in development. The studio was impressed by a pitch from The Cabin in the Woods’ Drew Goddard, who’s attached to write and direct the new movie. This will be the first Matrix movie not to be directed by either of the Wachowski sisters, although Lana Wachowski is on board as an executive producer, so she’ll help guide the vision.

There’s no word yet on whether Keanu Reeves will reprise his role as Neo in The Matrix 5, but The Matrix saga will continue on the big screen in some form. Whether it’s a direct continuation of the main storyline or a spinoff following a new cast of Matrix characters, there...

Actor Aml Ameen left Sense8 before season 2, and thanks to his performance in the show's first volume many wonder why Capheus was recast. The Wachowski sisters (The Matrix) created Sense8, which follows 8 strangers from different countries and cultures who come to realize they have a psychic connection and can share emotions, knowledge, and skills with one another. They belong to a rare breed of human beings known as “sensates,” but their shared connection soon leads to them being hunted down by shadowy forces.

Capheus, an African bus driver inspired by martial arts movies, was one of the most likable members of the core sensate group. It was announced prior to the arrival of Sense8 season 2 that Aml Ameen, who played Capheus, quit the show and would be replaced by Toby Onwumere. With Aml Ameen's sudden departure from his Capheus Sense8 role, there were quickly rumblings of creative differences and rumors...

‘Tis the season to be streaming, and we’ve got a selection of great new movies to watch on Max this month. Just in time for Christmas break, the Max streaming service is adding one of the biggest films of the year, a courtroom drama from director Clint Eastwood, a documentary on “Superman” actor Christopher Reeve and more.

Check out our picks for the best new movies on Max in December below.

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The juice is loose (again). Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” the long-awaited sequel to his 1988 classic, sees an adult Lydia (Winona Ryder) returning to Winter River, Connecticut, following the death of her father Charles. While there, her daughter Astrid (Jenna Ortega) falls in love with a local boy and, inevitably, Lydia and her stepmother Delia are forced to call on the supernatural prankster Betelgeuse (Michael Keaton) for help. A sequel to “Beetlejuice” had been...

Jennifer Tilly, the Oscar-nominated actor who has worked in Hollywood alongside visionary and auteur filmmakers including The Wachowskis, Woody Allen and Terry Gilliam, who for decades lent her voice to long-running franchises, all while moonlighting at the top poker tables and taking on the game’s best gamblers to become a world champion player, is now immersed in the most challenging gig in her 30-plus year career: a supporting role on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

Tilly’s entree into Bravo’s world of wealthy women who work hard and fight with each other even harder comes in the currently airing 14th season of Rhobh, the franchise’s crown jewel. She appears in episodes as a “friend” of main cast member Sutton Stracke, the socialite boutique owner who rounds out the main group of Hollywood housewives. Their banter and genuine friendship ring true in Tilly’s initial onscreen moments...

Tom Tykwer’s “The Light” will open the 75th Berlin International Film Festival. The German-French production, Das Licht (“The Light”) will be presented as a Berlinale Special Gala out of competition in the Berlinale Palast.

The film marks Tykwer’s return to the big screen after seven years and four seasons as writer and director of the hit series “Babylon Berlin.”

“We knew as soon as we saw ‘Das Licht’ (‘The Light’) that we wanted to have it open the 75th Berlinale,” said festival director Tricia Tuttle. “Tom Tykwer finds beauty and joy in our often fractured and challenging world, and magically captures the essence of our modern life on screen. It is our great pleasure to welcome Tom back to the Berlinale with ‘Das Licht’ (‘The Light’),” she continued.

“The Light” stars Lars Eidinger, Nicolette Krebitz, Elke Biesendorfer, Julius Gause and Elyas Eldridge.

Set in present day in Berlin,...

Several villains throughout the four The Matrix movies provide valuable insights despite their roles and actions, revealing the depth of their characters and creating thought-provoking scenes. The franchise is remembered for its otherworldly premise, thrilling action sequences, diverse themes, and complex characters, among other elements. Beginning with a remarkable start in 1999, the original The Matrix film established the Wachowskis as talented filmmakers, a legacy that continues beyond the original trilogy.

The ending of The Matrix trilogy delivers a satisfying resolution for both the plot and the characters' arcs; however, the premise presented in 2021's The Matrix Resurrections diminishes its effectiveness. Confirmation of The Matrix 5 earlier this year only supports sequel bait opinions presumably from the minds of the producing company, Warner Brothers, within the previous movie. However, regardless of the villain or film, the well-crafted script enhances the narrative with profound statements about the Matrix and the protagonists' actions.

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The first three Matrix films changed action movies forever and made characters like Neo, Trinity, and Morpheus pop culture icons. However, the fourth Matrix film was not as well received as the first three entries in the franchise. Therefore, The Matrix 5 needs to recapture the magic of the original. While not much is known about the upcoming fifth Matrix movie, Drew Goddard, who has previously written and directed films such as The Cabin in the Woods and Bad Times at the El Royale, will write and direct the film.

After the disappointing The Matrix Resurrections, the fifth Matrix film must successfully bring back the most important part of the series. While most would assume that the inclusion of Keanu Reeves' Neo is essential to the success of The Matrix 5, that is not the case. In actuality, The Matrix 5 simply needs to recapture the magic of the original three films by including outstanding action scenes.

The Matrix franchise star Carrie-Anne Moss has addressed The Matrix Resurrections making a Trinity fan theory canon, and her level of input in the twist. In the franchise's fourth installment, Neo (Keanu Reeves) is forced to re-learn about his past as the One, reuniting with familiar faces like Trinity (Moss) in his quest to stop a new threat. Near the climax of the movie The Matrix Resurrections retcons the One concept, making it so Trinity is also the One at the same time that Neo is. This confirmed a popular fan theory floating around long before the movie was made.

Speaking with Collider, Moss explained how she didn't have any direct input in the decision to make Trinity the One alongside Neo in The Matrix Resurrections. However, the actor explained it had nothing to do with a lack of interest in the theory, but rather the trust she wanted to...

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The Matrix is returning to theaters this week, and Screen Rant is excited to share a new trailer celebrating the event. The iconic science fiction film broke boundaries and box office records alike when it debuted in 1999, launching Keanu Reeves into superstardom and making its directors Lilly and Lana Wachowski household names. The movies groundbreaking special effects would go on to influence action films for decades to come, and its high-concept story introduced ideas of simulation theory to millions of moviegoers.

Screen Rant is happy to showcase a trailer tied to The Matrixs return to movie theaters. Although there are many movies and shorts in The Matrix franchise, its widely accepted that the first film is impossible to beat. In that film, the Wachowskis struck a near-perfect balance between action and philosophizing that even later films in the franchise didnt always replicate.

With a new Matrix film on the way from Warner Bros. and The Cabin in the Woods director Drew Goddard, it will be interesting to see what mind-bending twists the new sci-fi film will have in store. Goddard's work is known for its bold and inventive subversions of genre expectations Cabin in the Woods particularly, with its wittily inventive subversion of the slasher genre. Likewise, The Matrix franchise has always defined itself by its subversion of expectations and its revolutionary storylines, causing many viewers to question the reality of the film itself.

Additionally, the upcoming Matrix 5 will be the first entry in the franchise to be made without the direct involvement of The Wachowskis. Therefore, more than ever before, the new Matrix film must distinguish itself from past entries. To that end, there is one particularly revolutionary aspect of the mythos, specifically, one particular canonical ability that has...

Many have wondered if the science fiction action movie The Matrix is an allegory for the transgender experience, and the creators, stars, and the film itself have all weighed in on the subject. The Matrix is often considered one of the best sci-fi movies of all time, and for good reason. It's a timeless story about identity, freedom, and realizing the truth about the world, and it has inspired countless people to watch and rewatch it for over 25 years. While rewatching it, however, many viewers have noticed a new interpretation of The Matrix, as an allegory for the transgender experience.

The idea that The Matrix could be a transgender allegory began gaining popularity after the film's directors, Lana and Lilly Wachowski, publicly came out as trans women themselves. Since then, many have analyzed The Matrix and its sequels through a new lens, and have interpreted the franchise's themes of identity,...

Your browser does not support the video tag. Celebrate The Matrix's 25th anniversary with theater screenings on Sept 19 & 22, featuring exclusive content and a legacy featurette from Jessica Henwick. The Matrix 5 is officially in development with a new director, Drew Goddard, taking the helm. Fans eagerly await details on the plot and potential cast. Dive into the sci-fi action franchise's dystopian world where humans fight against sentient machines in a simulated reality, led by "The One."

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, The Matrix will return to theaters on September 19 and September 22 thanks to Fathom Events. It was first released in 1999 and has become a cinematic staple, consisting of four feature films, an animated anthology, and several video games. The film prompts viewers to question their reality and follows a computer programmer who comes to the startling realization that he is living in a simulation. Directed by Lana and Lilly Wachowski,...

Over her decades-long career in Hollywood, Jennifer Tilly has worked with a who’s who of famous actors and directors, including Woody Allen, The Wachowskis, Jim Carrey, and Eddie Murphy. But nothing compares to teaming up with the stars of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, she says.

Jennifer Tilly joins ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’

In May, Bravo revealed that Tilly would be joining The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 14 as a “Friend of.” For Tilly, who is a longtime fan of Rhobh and has briefly appeared on the show in the past, it’s the role of a lifetime.

“I’ve always been a Housewives superfan. Only the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, though,” she said in a recent interview with Vulture.

“But I never thought I’d be on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” she went on to say. “To me, it’s like working with Martin Scorsese.

When Keanu Reeves’ cult classic The Matrix began its production journey, it was clear that the mysterious filmmakers Lana and Lilly Wachowski were pushing the boundaries of filmmaking. Working in collaboration with Warner Bros., the Wachowskis’ ambitious project faced a number of challenges with casting, location, and even schedule.

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But among all, the one thing that turned Warner Bros. increasingly impatient was lagged production. Initially expected to complete shooting in 90 days, Keanu Reeves’ The Matrix began falling significantly behind. To navigate this critical juncture, the Wachowskis devised a clever strategy that not only reassured the studio, but also secured the film’s future.

Keanu Reeves’ The Matrix Got Warner Bros. Frustrated Over Schedule

While the ambitious sci-fi epic The Matrix propelled Keanu Reeves to global stardom, the film’s production was marked by significant challenges and hurdles that almost shelved the movie. Filled...

The amount of lead female roles in the 100 top-grossing films plunged to 30% in 2023, according to the latest findings by Dr. Stacy L. Smith and the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative.

The study’s authors said the level fell 14% against 2022 levels. It noted that little progress has been made in terms of speaking characters for girls or women, where levels reached 32% compared to 30% in 2007 when the study began.

Since then the authors have covered 1,700 of the biggest box office earners and evaluated 75,328 speaking characters to explore representation by gender, race/ethnicity, LGBTQ+ identity, and characters with disabilities.

According to Monday’s report, titled...

Keanu Reeves is pausing — if not quite pausing time in bullet-time style — to reflect on the legacy of “The Matrix.”

The iconic sci-fi film celebrates its 25th anniversary, and Reeves appeared on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” in part to revisit how much “The Matrix” means to audiences.

“‘The Matrix’ changed my life, and then over these years, it’s changed so many other people’s lives in really positive and great ways,” Reeves said. “As an artist, you hope for that when you get to do a film or tell a story.”

He explained, “So when you say these years, the amount of people that I have met who have said to me and been touched by ‘The Matrix’ in such a positive way…It’s the best.”

The 1999 film was written and directed by Lilly and Lana Wachowski. The “Matrix” franchise, including “The Matrix,” “The Matrix Reloaded,...

As Twisters blows into cinemas worldwide, this week’s film quiz includes some questions about weather on film…

In summer 2024, UK weather has been as unpredictable as ever, which is a fine hook for a Twisters-adjacent quiz about movie weather. As well as seeing if you know your Little Miss Sunshine from your Rain Man, this week’s batch of 30 questions covers subjects such as movie-star parents, awards-worthy performances, and film-to-tv spin-offs. Thinking cap and quizzing trousers are a must, but dress for all weather as usual!

Once you’ve completed all three rounds, you’ll find a link to a separate post with the correct answers at the bottom of this post. As always, this is all just for fun, but please let us know how you did in the comments (scores out of 30 this week!) and give us any other lovely feedback. Come rain or shine, we...

The capacity for sci-fi to pack imaginative exuberance, political richness, and sheer pulpy excitement into a dazzling cinematic adventure has been yielding masterpieces since the early days of the film medium, and it has allowed directors from Stanley Kubrick to Andrei Tarkovsky to Lizzie Borden to Denis Villeneuve to create some of their finest, most enduring work. At the same time, big-budget sci-fi can be a tough sell -- the greater the worlds and setpieces and ideas being put forth, the higher the risk of financial underperformance.

Unsurprisingly, film history is peppered with sci-fi movies that flopped upon release, only for them to be reappraised and re-emerge as cult favorites years later. That was true of Fritz Lang's "Metropolis," the grandfather of all go-for-broke sci-fi monuments, and it has been true of countless ambitious and unique cinematic visions in the century since. No matter how hard the movies below may have flopped,...

What’s the secret to Bound‘s steamy, same-sex love scenes? Tequila and truffles, it turns out.

Gina Gershon and Jennifer Tilly joined The Hollywood Reporter’s It Happened in Hollywood podcast for an episode about the making of the 1996 noir — the pulpy, lesbian thriller that served as a debut for Lilly and Lana Wachowski, three years before The Matrix made the director siblings household names.

Its frank depictions of gay sex were considered risky at the time. “Gina knew right away that she wanted to do it,” says Tilly, who plays Violet, girlfriend to a mobster (Joey Pantoliano) who falls for Gershon’s Corky, an ex-con. “But I was trepidatious. The script was one of the best scripts you ever read. But then you think two first-time directors, Dino De Laurentiis as the producer — we could easily get into a Roger Corman sort of arena. I was a little bit nervous.

Keanu Reeves owes a lot to The Matrix, a film series that is one of the few Hollywood classics that are still referenced in world media. While the latest addition to the film franchise was not very well received, Reeves has made his intentions clear about coming back for a fifth film, and there is just one condition the Youngblood-alum has when it comes to his return to the franchise.

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Keanu Reeves is integral to The Matrix franchise, and while a fifth film has been announced, with Drew Goddard, who wrote the screenplay for The Martian, who is set to direct, no cast for the film has been announced yet. Reeves, however, has made it clear that if the film franchise wishes him to return for a third film, there is one person who needs to be part of the creative process for the franchise.

The Matrix franchise has left an indelible mark on pop culture ever since the groundbreaking film’s release in 1999. The mind-bending, way-ahead-of-its-time concept of a simulated reality, combined with stunning visuals and thrilling action sequences, captivated audiences worldwide.

Naturally, the success of the movies led to the creation of several video games aiming to immerse players in the Matrix universe.

In this article, we’ll rank all the Matrix games released so far—from the least impressive to the most outstanding. Let’s take a look at how each game attempted to capture the spirit of The Matrix, evaluate their storylines and gameplay mechanics, and judge their overall influence on the gaming industry!

4. The Matrix Online ‘Tis the Matrix Mmorpg! | Image via AlphaYellow YouTube Channel

The Matrix Online, an ambitious Mmorpg developed by Monolith Productions, sought to continue the story of the Matrix universe after the events of The Matrix Revolutions.

Exclusive: Circle of Confusion is no longer, Deadline can exclusively reveal, as the renowned management and production company has rebranded and will now be known as Circle Management and Production.

Founded by Lawrence Mattis over three decades ago, Circle Management and Production represents some of the world’s most highly respected and awarded artists in film, television, theater, and literature. Notable clients include Alan Ball, Joe Robert Cole, Emma Corrin, Willem Dafoe, Brian Duffield, Sterlin Harjo, Robert Kirkman, Derek Kolstad, Hannah Marks, Frances McDormand, Idina Menzel, Taylor Jenkins Reid, Sarah Polley, Chloë Sevigny, Lilly Wachowski, Lana Wachowski and Alfre Woodard, to name just a few.

Recently, Circle M+P exec produced Prime Video’s Daisy Jones & The Six, based on client Jenkins Reid’s bestselling novel, alongside Hello Sunshine. The breakout series debuted at No. 1 on Prime Video’s Top 10 list in the U.S. last spring and went...

Warner Bros. has announced a new Matrix movie with Drew Goddard as the writer and director, following a critical and commercial letdown. Keanu Reeves has confirmed his interest in returning as Neo for The Matrix 5, but only if Lana Wachowski invites him back to the franchise. Lana Wachowski is not directing The Matrix 5, but her involvement as a producer could influence Reeves' decision to reprise his role as Neo.

The Matrix 5 is happening, and Keanu Reeves already confirmed his only condition to return as Neo. Warner Bros. surprisingly put another Matrix movie into development in early 2024 with the announcement that Drew Goddard was tapped to write and direct a new installment. The Matrix 5 entered development only three years after The Matrix Resurrections appeared to wrap up the franchise with a critical and commercial disappointment. Details on the fifth Matrix movie are scarce, including whether Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss will return.

Hugo Weaving’s iconic way of speaking has become synonymous with villainous roles, but the actor is no stranger to playing positive characters, with one notable example being Elron Half-elven. Appearing in all three The Lord of the Rings entries, Weaving played the character to perfection and was lauded by fans and critics for bringing the character’s archaic style of speech to life.

But despite garnering critical acclaim for his portrayal of the noble ruler, Weaving had no interest in stepping into Elrond’s shoes ever again, as he isn’t particularly a fan of the character.

Hugo Weaving Didn’t Find Elrond Satisfying to Play

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Following his commanding presence as the noble Elven ruler and his intense love for his daughter, Elrond won over fans. But while most love the eloquently spoken character, the man...

The unprecedented era of science fiction and high-octane action that defined the turn of the 20th century with the Wachowski siblingsʼ film franchise The Matrix set in motion a predestined narrative for the leading star Keanu Reeves. What the Wachowskis did for Reevesʼ career in 1999 slowly led to his intro into kung-fu in the John Wick franchise which in turn helped the Wachowskisʼ return in the fourth Matrix sequel, bringing the director and actorʼs Hollywood stories full circle.

The Matrix Resurrections (2021) [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, the actorʼs effusive beginnings in the sci-fi genre that made Reeves a global star would mean very little if his skills picked up over the years refused to prove useful when the directors needed it most. As such, the martial arts and gun-fu training that defined every muscle memory of The Matrix lead kicked into high gear when he was called onto the sets of The Matrix Resurrections.

The Matrix Resurrections received mixed reviews, with a 63% Rotten Tomatoes score. The film is divisive, with some praising its meta-commentary while others criticize its action and goofy tone. The Matrix 5 is in development, facing challenges due to Resurrections' mixed reception.

The Matrix Resurrections Rotten Tomatoes score underlines how underrated the fourth entry is. The Matrix movie franchise originally signed off with Revolutions, the third and supposedly final chapter in Neo's (Keanu Reeves) journey to save mankind. Hype for Reloaded and Revolutions reached a fever pitch prior to their dual release in 2003, but it's fair to say the tepid response to the former cooled enthusiasm for the whole saga. The Matrix may have been designed as a trilogy, but it was always a matter of time before Warner Bros dusted it off for a reboot or sequel.

To the studio's credit, they kept approaching The Wachowskis about reviving the saga, and when the siblings refused,...

The Matrix Resurrections admits to being a corporate cash grab by Warner Bros, lacking new story. Storytelling in The Matrix Resurrections feels aimless and undercooked, lacking cohesion. Action scenes in The Matrix Resurrections are underwhelming compared to the original's iconic moments.

Its been nearly two years since The Matrix Resurrections came along and torpedoed the franchises canon, and the unnecessary sequels most glaring flaws really stand out on a rewatch. Directed and co-written by Lana Wachowski, The Matrix Resurrections picks up 60 years after the events of the original trilogy with Thomas Anderson back in the Matrix, working on a video game based on his experiences as Neo (which hes been convinced are all fake). This story buried the franchise in several layers of meta as Anderson begrudgingly created a sequel to The Matrix trilogy at the behest of Warner Bros.

When it arrived in theaters in 2021, The Matrix Resurrections bombed...

Dodge this. Or, not. Because The Matrix is officially heading back to cinemas later this summer to mark its 25th anniversary, which is an event not to be missed – the chance to see the Wachowskis’ definitive sci-fi masterpiece large, loud, and levelled up in 4K. Even a quarter of a century later, The Matrix remains a mind-blowing piece of work – if you’ve been waiting to see the lobby fight, the ‘Morpheus is fighting Neo!’ training sequence, or that very first Trinity bullet-time kick on the big screen again, now’s your chance. The film is returning to UK cinemas on 7 June – check out the exclusive poster here:

For anyone who’s been living under a rock for the last two and a half decades, Lana and Lilly Wachowski’s film follows Keanu Reeves’ hacker Neo, who is told by Laurence Fishburne’s Morpheus and Carrie-Anne Moss’ Trinity that he’s actually living in – gasp!

The Matrix 5 has a major advantage over the previous Matrix sequels Part of what made The Matrix (1999) so special was the mystery surrounding the movie's premise. Little to nothing is known about The Matrix 5's story so far.

The Matrix 5 has the opportunity to replicate one of the reasons why The Matrix (1999) was so successful, which is something none of the sequels managed to do. Taking many by surprise, The Matrix 5 was announced to be in the works, with Drew Goddard serving as the director. Described only as a new addition to The Matrix’s cinematic canon, the upcoming Matrix movie will have the difficult mission of reigniting the franchise after The Matrix Resurrections’ poor box office performance. Whether Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss will return in The Matrix 5 remains to be announced.

So far, almost every entry in the Matrix franchise has been canon to the movies. In other words,...

Artist Steve Skroce's recreation of the cover Amazing Spider-Man #316 pays homage to Todd McFarlane's iconic Venom art, which had a huge influence on Skroce, who in turn went on to contribute to popular culture beyond the comic book industry by storyboarding The Matrix. Skroce's hyper-detailed style makes him a unique and exciting comic book artist, perfect for characters like Spider-Man, which also made him uniquely suited to help cultivate the groundbreaking visual style of the original Matrix movie. From drawing Spider-Man to storyboarding The Matrix, Skroce's impact on popular culture is undeniable, and deserves to be celebrated more vocally by pop culture fans.

Artist Steve Skroce recently posted a commission recreating an iconic Spider-Man/Venom cover, and the Matrix storyboard artist shows why he’s also one of the all-time great comic book artists. With credits including stints on Spider-Man, Wolverine, Gambit, and the more-recent Maestros, Skroce...

The best things come in threes, especially stories. In Western nations, we like a three-act structure in which we set a status quo, watch our heroes fall, and then see them return to greatness. Some of these stories cannot be held within a single movie. For those epics, those monumental narratives, the movie trilogy was born. Trilogies represent some of the best that cinema has to offer, movies that changed the culture and the art form. The trilogy might vary in quality from film to film, but together these three films tell a story that cannot be ignored.

Before we get too far, let’s lay out our criteria. The trilogies chosen here are those intended to be a trilogy, either from the outset or by the end of the third film. Thus we’re including things such as the Toy Story and Indiana Jones trilogies, even though those continued on with further entries.

Keanu Reeves has other iconic roles like Neo from The Matrix, making a Matrix 5 sequel potentially more exciting than a John Wick 5. Despite the success of John Wick films, The Matrix franchise offers unfulfilled potential for Reeves to explore as Neo in a new sequel. Reeves may return for John Wick 5 due to its financial success, but his willingness to return for The Matrix 5 depends on Lana Wachowski's involvement.

Keanu Reeves has a new sequel opportunity that would be even better for his career than reprising his iconic role as the Baba Yaga for John Wick: Chapter 5. John Wick is easily Reeves’ most iconic role of the 21st century, but it wasn’t his first headlining franchise role. Long before he played the title character in the John Wick series, Reeves had played time-traveling slacker Ted “Theodore” Logan and messianic figure Neo in the Bill & Ted and The Matrix franchises,...

The influence of Keanu Reeves’ legacy film The Matrix is insurmountable in its degree – be it of relevance or pop culture identity. The film eschewed the generic tropes of action movies and added a blend of martial arts with high-scope science fiction to make something inherently unique. The product then created by the merger of Lilly and Lana Wachowski’s imagination continues to subvert audience expectations to date and essentially prove its worth in modern society.

The Matrix [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, the very reasons that made The Matrix such a beloved addition to the public consciousness are the same reasons that laid waste to the recent culture in film and television. While The Matrix integrates a trans identity in the film’s very core, the rest of Hollywood trips over its own two feet trying to force diversity and inclusivity in its plot and narrative.

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The Matrix 5 cannot truly reboot the franchise due to the concept of "reboots" already being part of the Matrix universe. The Matrix 5 has the option of being a prequel or sequel to the original films to avoid confusion. The rich lore of The Matrix franchise presents unique storytelling opportunities for Matrix 5 to explore.

The Matrix 5 is happening, but it might be impossible for it to reboot the franchise according to The Matrix’s own lore. A little more than two years after The Matrix Resurrections premiered to divisive reviews and poor box office performance, The Matrix franchise is set to return with a brand-new film. Drew Goddard will direct the film, with Lana Wachowski serving as executive producer. Not much has been revealed about The Matrix 5’s story, but the project is being described as a new addition to the saga’s cinematic canon.

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Keanu Reeves is an established Hollywood actor who has been a part of some blockbuster franchises, and his most famous series is The Matrix series. The franchise has four movies, and recent reports revealed that The Matrix 5 is in development. Not only that, the 2021 movie The Matrix Resurrections has been made available accessible on specific streaming platforms.

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The 2021 movie featured Carrie Ann-Moss, Jessica Henwick, Priyanka Chopra, Eréndira Ibarra, Jada Pinkett Smith, and others in significant roles supporting Keanu’s Neo in the sci-fi movie. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Morpheus / Agent Smith. It was previously played by Laurence Fishburne. Christina Ricci, Neil Patrick Harris and Telma Hopkins were also there in it. Unfortunately, the film did not do so well at the box office and failed to impress the critics. The...

The Matrix played a key role in reshaping the sci-fi landscape in Hollywood. It was one of the most influential sci-fi projects and established Keanu Reeves as one of the biggest action stars. The fans are in shock as Warner Bros. has announced a fifth installment in the franchise. Following the failure of The Matrix Resurrections, nobody expected them to take a risk with The Matrix 5.

Several reasons led to the downfall of The Matrix Resurrections, with one of the primary reasons being the absence of Hugo Weaving. Although Jonathan Groff played the role of Smith, it was nothing compared to Weaving’s charismatic aura as the Og antagonist. While the fans have started brainstorming the possibilities of the events for the fifth film, Weaving’s return is undoubtedly crucial.

Why do we need Hugo Weaving back for The Matrix 5?

Hugo Weaving as Agent Smith

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¡Los fans de Matrix están de enhorabuena! Todos los detalles de la próxima quinta entrega de ‘Matrix’.

De acuerdo con Variety, una quinta entrega de “Matrix” se encuentra en desarrollo. Será la primera entrega sin Lana ni Lily Wachowski como directoras. En su lugar, el guionista de “The Martian” y “The Cabin in the Woods”, Drew Goddard, se encargará de la dirección y del guion. Por su parte, Lana Wachowski, quien dirigió la última entrega de la saga, permanecerá como productora ejecutiva.

Goddard ha expresado su emoción por el proyecto: «No es una hipérbole decir que las películas de Matrix cambiaron el cine y mi vida. El exquisito arte de Lana y Lilly me inspira a diario, y estoy más que agradecido por la oportunidad de contar historias en su mundo».

«Drew llegó a Warner Bros. con una nueva idea que todos creemos que sería una manera increíble de continuar el mundo de Matrix,...