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The Matrix(1999)

2h 16mAction, Science FictionEnglish
8.2/10
28,025 user ratings

Believe the unbelievable.

Overview

Set in the 22nd century, The Matrix tells the story of a computer hacker who joins a group of underground insurgents fighting the vast and powerful computers who now rule the earth.

Director

Lana Wachowski

Studio

Village Roadshow Pictures

Budget

$63M

Revenue

$464M

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Cast

Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves

as Neo

Laurence Fishburne

Laurence Fishburne

as Morpheus

Carrie-Anne Moss

Carrie-Anne Moss

as Trinity

Hugo Weaving

Hugo Weaving

as Agent Smith

Gloria Foster

Gloria Foster

as Oracle

Joe Pantoliano

Joe Pantoliano

as Cypher

Marcus Chong

Marcus Chong

as Tank

Julian Arahanga

Julian Arahanga

as Apoc

Matt Doran

Matt Doran

as Mouse

Belinda McClory

Belinda McClory

as Switch

Anthony Ray Parker

Anthony Ray Parker

as Dozer

Paul Goddard

Paul Goddard

as Agent Brown

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Movie Facts

Release Year

1999

Runtime

2h 16m

Language

English

Rating

8.2 / 10

Budget

$63M

Box Office

$464M

Production Companies

Village Roadshow Pictures • Groucho II Film Partnership • Silver Pictures

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Where can I watch The Matrix?

Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Matrix (1999).

What is The Matrix about?

Set in the 22nd century, The Matrix tells the story of a computer hacker who joins a group of underground insurgents fighting the vast and powerful computers who now rule the earth.

Who directed The Matrix?

The Matrix was directed by Lana Wachowski and released in 1999. It is a action, science fiction film.

How long is The Matrix?

The Matrix has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).

Who stars in The Matrix?

The cast of The Matrix includes Keanu Reeves as Neo, Laurence Fishburne as Morpheus, Carrie-Anne Moss as Trinity, Hugo Weaving as Agent Smith, Gloria Foster as Oracle and more.

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