Update: According to Deadline, sources are now saying that the tease is connected to an upcoming music project from Smith, rather than a new movie. Original article follows.
Will Smith posted a cryptic video to his personal Instagram account teasing a possible turn as Neo in a reimagining of the first Matrix film - and we are so here for it.
It's quite possibly one of my favorite pieces of pop culture lore: Will Smith turned down The Matrix, with the role of Neo going to Keanu Reeves, not knowing it would go on to become not only a blockbuster sci-fi hit but arguably one of the most important movies in cinematic history. Written and directed by the Wachowskis, the film spawned three sequels: The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, and The Matrix Resurrections – the latter of which premiered some 17 years later in 2021.
Given that this announcement was teased in early January ahead of the Super Bowl, it's possible that the announcement is for a Super Bowl commercial rather than an upcoming film. Still, a girl can dream.
The Matrix is streaming now on Prime Video. For more, check out our list of the most exciting upcoming movies in 2025 and beyond.
