The latest trailer has recently launched for The Matrix Resurrections and fans are excited to see the epic sci-fi series continue. The trailer has created much nostalgia, and there is a huge amount of anticipation showcasing that The Matrix was one of the greatest science fiction films of all time. Lana Wachowski wrote and directed The Matrix Resurrections, and the film is set to release on December 22nd. Although there were mixed reactions to The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, the entire series produced groundbreaking special effects and several memorable characters.
The Matrix Resurrections takes place many years after the last film, and follows Thomas A. Anderson A.K.A Neo (Keanu Reeves) living a normal life in San Francisco. After a chance encounter with Trinity (Carrie-Ann Moss) and meeting a new version of Morpheus (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II), Neo is thrown back down the rabbit hole and must take down a new threat against humanity. While the trailers have showcased some characters who are returning, there are also several new characters to join the science fiction saga. Although the trailers seem to hit the mark, and offer us several glimpses into the action that awaits, fans will have to wait until the premier to make their determinations on the quality of the film. Let's break down the cast of The Matrix Resurrections and see who is returning and who is new.
Returning: Keanu Reeves
Let's be honest; there is no Matrix without Keanu Reeves. When the original film premiered in 1999, audiences were introduced to the computer hacker named Neo who was ordained to be "The One" and save humanity. Reeves is a classic action hero who adds a certain charm and charisma to the character that could never be matched. Reeves will be reprising his role but this time, the film will start out with him living a normal life, completely unaware of his past. As the film unfolds, Neo will remember his destiny and power and will certainly embody his former self.
Returning: Carrie-Ann Moss
Carrie-Ann Moss plays the hard-punching, helicopter flying Trinity in The Matrix series. Trinity was also the love interest of Neo throughout the series, as she was destined to fall in love with "The One". Moss will be reprising her role in the new film, but this time, similar to Neo, seems to be completely unaware of her past while living a normal life. The Matrix Resurrections trailer shows Trinity kicking butt once again and letting out a loud roar as she defeats her enemies. It is certain that Trinity will once again assist Neo in saving humanity.
Returning: Daniel Bernhardt
Daniel Bernhardt played the role of Agent Johnson in The Matrix Reloaded. Agent Johnson was a new form of agent, updated and far more deadly than the originals. Johnson, along with the other agents, pursued Neo, Trinity, and the rest of the gang in an attempt to prevent them from saving the world. Bernhardt will be reprising his role as Agent Johnson in The Matrix Resurrections, giving us a great antagonist to go up against the new group of heroes.
Returning: Jada Pinkett-Smith
Jada Pinket-Smith was introduced as Niobe in The Matrix Reloaded and reprised the role again in The Matrix Revolutions. Niobe was a fierce, powerful rebel who assisted in the uprising against the machines. The latest trailer of The Matrix Resurrections revealed the first glimpse into Niobe's return. The trailer showed that Niobe has aged considerably, making many fans question when the new film actually takes place.
New: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II
There are many questions unanswered about the upcoming film. One is why will Morpheus now be played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II? All the other characters have aged considerably since the last film, but Morpheus seems to be now younger than he was in the original movies when he was portrayed by Laurence Fishburne. Abdul-Mateen is a very talented actor who has been in films such as Candyman and The Trial of the Chicago 7. It is expected that Abdul-Mateen will bring us a new type of Morpheus to continue The Matrix saga.
New: Neil Patrick Harris
There is not much we know about The Analyst, who will be played by the talented Neil Patrick Harris. In the trailer, he is seen giving Neo therapeutic advice while wearing eye glasses showcasing the signature blue color. Many fans have conducted a theory that The Analyst is actually the reincarnation of The Architect (Helmut Bakaitis), who we discovered was the creator of the matrix in Matrix Reloaded. Regardless, Harris is a sheer talent who will definitely add some good content to the film.
New: Priyanka Chopra Jonas
There is also not much we know about Priyanka Chopra Jonas' role in the film. She was seen in the trailer giving Neo a copy of Alice In Wonderland, inferring that she will be an informative figure who helps Neo in his quest to remember his past. Her character's name is Sati, who was actually a character in The Matrix Revolutions. It could be very possible that Jonas will be playing an older version of Sati in the upcoming film.
New: Christina Ricci
Many fans were excited when it was announced that Ricci would be joining the cast of Matrix Resurrections, but even less is known about her character. Some sources have said that Ricci will be portraying a representative for Warner Bros, the studio that actually produced the film, and is actually Neo's boss. This would be an original take on telling the story, but either way, Ricci is a very talented actor and the movie will be all the better with her in it.
New: Jessica Henwick
Henwick seems to take a lot of screen time in the trailers, inferring that she will be a major character in the film. Henwick will be playing the character Bugs, a hard-punching, martial arts expert who guides Neo back down the rabbit hole. Henwick definitely has the physical capabilities to portray such a deadly character, judging by the trailer. Bugs also sports a white rabbit tattoo, referencing the mythology of the original films. Some of Henwick's past film roles include Underwater and Star Wars: The Force Awakens.