Warner Bros made a recent announcement regarding the most talked about Matrix franchise, unveiling that Drew Goodard, known for his exceptional work on “The Martian,” will take on both the writing and directing duties for the forthcoming installment.
Diverging from its predecessors, this film represents the first Matrix movie not directly involving its co-creators Lana or Lilly Wachowski. However, Lana’s involvement as an executive producer maintains a tie to the series’ origins.
While fans eagerly anticipate the potential return of franchise favorites like Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, and Carrie Anne-Moss, there has been no official confirmation as of yet.Top of Form
Drew Goddard brings a significant wealth of sci-fi expertise to the project. With an illustrious career, he initially made his market as a writer on the beloved 90s show “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” before contributing to hit series like “Angel,” “Alias,” and “Lost.” Among his impressive screenwriting credits are renowned films like “Cloverfield,” “The Cabin in the Woods,” and “World War Z.”
Goddard’s initiative was pivotal in the decision to greenlight another Matrix film, spurred by the somewhat lackluster box office reception of 2021’s “The Matrix Resurrections,” partly attributed to its simultaneous streaming release during the pandemic. With Goddard leading the charge, fans are eagerly awaiting how he will infuse fresh energy into the cherished cyberpunk universe while remaining faithful to its roots.
