The Matrix (1999)
📌 Available on Prime Video and Apple TV🛡️ Adults 18+
📖 Story
A computer hacker stumbles upon a shocking truth: reality itself is nothing but an elaborate illusion crafted by sentient machines. Drawn into The Matrix's intricate web, he joins a band of fearless rebels determined to break free from digital enslavement. What begins as a simple awakening transforms into an epic battle for human liberation, where one man's transformation could reshape the destiny of an entire world.
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Rise-to-power
92
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EnergyRising and charged
ToneEpic and aspirational
ExperienceGrowth, power, and escalation
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a rise-from-below journey built on training, power shifts, and the satisfaction of steady progression.
Closer to the charactersLets mood do the workTakes its time
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Adults
📌 MPAA
This title is not ideal for family viewing.
Runtime
136 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorLana Wachowski
WritingLana WachowskiLilly Wachowski
CastKeanu ReevesLaurence FishburneCarrie-Anne MossHugo WeavingGloria Foster
ProductionJoel SilverBruce BermanBarrie M. OsborneAndrew Mason
MusicDon DavisNancy BarkerMary Jo Lang
CinematographyBill PopeRoss EmeryJay Munro
Where to watch The Matrix
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✨Availability Snapshot19 offers
The Matrix is currently listed across official watch options including Prime Video and Apple TV.
Subscription access may be available through Prime Video, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 7.99 GBP on Prime Video.
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
An editorial snapshot using the title’s recorded currency: budget, revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple without forcing USD conversion.
🚀Blockbuster7.36x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue strongly outpaced the production cost
The release multiplied its reported budget into a standout box office result.
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Blockbuster result
💹 Return multiple: 7.36x📈 ROI: +636%🧾 Blockbuster
💰Budget
$63M63 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$463.5M463.5 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🚀Commercial gap
+$400.5M+400.5 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🚀Return multiple
7.36x7.36x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $63M • Revenue: $463.5M • Commercial gap: +$400.5M ROI +636%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Multiplied its budget strongly.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Screenshots and images
Cast & crew
Keanu Reeves
Neo
Laurence Fishburne
Morpheus
Carrie-Anne Moss
Trinity
Hugo Weaving
Agent Smith
Gloria Foster
Oracle
Joe Pantoliano
Cypher
Marcus Chong
Tank
Julian Arahanga
Apoc
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Matt Doran
Mouse
Belinda McClory
Switch
Anthony Ray Parker
Dozer
Paul Goddard
Agent Brown
Robert Taylor
Agent Jones
David Aston
Rhineheart
Director: Lana Wachowski
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch The Matrix?
The Matrix is available on both Prime Video and Apple TV. You can subscribe to either platform and watch the film anytime you prefer.
2How long is The Matrix film?
The film runs for 136 minutes (2 hours and 16 minutes). This is an appropriate length for a complex sci-fi story filled with action and thrilling sequences.
3What is The Matrix story about?
The film follows a computer hacker who discovers that his world is not real, but rather a massive digital simulation called the Matrix that imprisons humanity. He joins the resistance to uncover the truth and fight the machines controlling this illusory world.
4Who are the main actors in The Matrix?
Keanu Reeves leads the cast in the main role, alongside notable actors including Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, and Gloria Foster who play important supporting roles.
5When was The Matrix released and who directed it?
The film was released in 1999 and directed by the renowned duo Lana and Lilly Wachowski. It was a revolutionary work that changed the course of cinema and is considered a landmark in science fiction and action films.
6What genre is The Matrix?
The film is an action and science fiction film that combines stunning fight scenes and advanced visual effects with a deep philosophical story. It's perfect for fans of sci-fi and action-packed thrillers filled with intrigue and mystery.
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