The Matrix

Name: The Matrix
Director: Lilly Wachowski
Genre: Action, Science Fiction
Released: 1999-03-31
Rating: 8.8

March 31, 1999· 2h 16m

Action Science Fiction

Directed by

Lilly Wachowski Lana Wachowski

Cast

Keanu Reeves Laurence Fishburne Carrie-Anne Moss Hugo Weaving Gloria Foster Joe Pantoliano +31 more ↓

Cinemagraphs Score8.8

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.

Audience Sentiment

Overall8.8

1 — Hated it5 — Neutral10 — Masterpiece

Critics

8+ Great

6-8 Good

<6 Poor

10 reviews·Last updated 13d ago

Peak Moment

Lobby shootout spectacular

9.3at 1h 40m

Lowest Moment

Cypher's betrayal

8.0at 1h 24m

Biggest Swing

From the betrayal subplot at its lowest point to the explosive lobby shootout that redefined action cinema

The Matrix maintains exceptionally high audience sentiment throughout, starting with a game-changing opening and building through philosophical revelations to groundbreaking action sequences. Even at its lowest points, the film stays well above average, with reviewers consistently praising its innovation, performances, and lasting impact on cinema.

10 reviews analyzed|Sources: Tmdb