We know the first details of Matrix 5
Only Lana Wachowski has wanted to get involved in its production

- March 2, 2026
- Updated: March 11, 2026 at 10:20 AM

In the cinematic realm, one of the most anticipated news is the announcement that Drew Goddard, known for his work on Netflix’s original Daredevil series, is writing a sequel to the iconic franchise The Matrix. This new project will mark the first time that someone outside of the Wachowski sisters takes the helm of a film in the saga, which has generated expectations and some speculation among fans.
A movie without the original directors
Although the return of the actors from previous installments has not yet been confirmed, Goddard has shared that he is writing the story from his “writing cave”. It is expected that the narrative will explore the fate of Neo and Trinity after the events of The Matrix Resurrections, a film that, despite its ambitions, received a divisive response and became the least successful in the franchise.
The production of this fifth film, which was greenlit in 2024, could be an opportunity to revitalize the series. Trying to offer something more similar to what the audience expected from the original film.
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