The Matrix 5 in Active Development as Drew Goddard Drafts the Script

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March 3, 2026

A fifth Matrix film remains in development, with writer-director Drew Goddard deeply involved in writing the screenplay. He told ScreenRant he’s currently in a “writing cave” and will share news when he steps out.

Background: The franchise’s story concluded with Matrix Revolutions in 2003 and was rebooted in 2021 with The Matrix Resurrections, which divided critics and audiences and performed variably at the box office.

2024 tease: Warner Bros. announced Matrix 5 back in 2024, with executive Jesse Ehrman indicating the movie would expand the fantasy world without straying too far from what made the series successful.

Cast and timing: There’s no official word yet on who will return or when the film might arrive. Debates and fan interest are high but cautious following the mixed reaction to Resurrections.

Creative shift: This upcoming entry marks the first live-action Matrix movie not directed solely by the Wachowskis. Lana Wachowski remains involved as an executive producer.

Outlook: For now, the project is clearly alive and in active development. More concrete details—such as cast, direction, and a release window—are expected to emerge as Goddard’s writing progresses.

Related reads: When new Matrix details drop, fans often look to lists of the most anticipated movies for upcoming years and the best films from recent years for context.

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