Will Smith Explains Why He Turned Down The Matrix - Screen Rant
Feb 14, 2019 · Will Smith explains why he turned down Neo in The Matrix in favor of starring in Wild Wild West. He also thinks Keanu Reeves was perfectly cast. The pitch meeting didn't go over well.
Why Will Smith Passed On The Matrix (& What His Neo …
Jan 9, 2025 · Here's why Will Smith decided to decline the role of Neo in The Matrix, which ended up becoming one of the most popular sci-fi movies of all time.
Will Smith Not Starring in 'Matrix' Movie. What Neo Project
Jan 6, 2025 · Will Smith may be choosing between the red and blue pill, but the Oscar-winning actor isn’t entering the Matrix for a movie.. Warner Bros. previously announced a fifth “Matrix” installment ...
What Is Will Smith's 'Matrix' Tease All About? - Deadline
Jan 6, 2025 · “In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The Matrix. Smith turned it down. Smith turned it down. He chose Wild Wild West, believing it was a better fit for him at the time.
Will Smith will not star in 'The Matrix 5' despite cryptic teaser
Jan 6, 2025 · But despite speculation among the media and fandoms active on social media, the actor is not involved in the new Matrix movie that's currently in development, Entertainment...
Will Smith explains why he passed on Keanu Reeves' The Matrix …
Feb 14, 2019 · In a new video posted on his YouTube channel, Will Smith is explaining his notorious decision to pass on starring as Neo in The Matrix, a role that ultimately went to Keanu Reeves.
Will Smith Posts Mysterious Message About The Matrix - IGN
Sadly, The Hollywood Reporter says Smith won't be starring in the next Matrix movie, directed by Drew Goddard. In fact, nobody seems to know what Smith is teasing here, though we...
Will Smith Plays Neo 28 Years After Rejecting 'The Matrix'
Jan 30, 2025 · Will Smith Stars in ‘The Matrix’ Parody 27 Years After Rejecting Neo Role. Watch Smith in the music video for "Beautiful Scars," where the actor-rapper finally gets to take the red pill.
Will Smith confirms he's not in new ‘Matrix’ movie - Rolling Out
Jan 7, 2025 · Will Smith will not star in the next ‘Matrix’ movie. The announcement comes amid intense social media speculation about the franchise’s future casting.
Why Did Will Smith Turn Down Starring in The Matrix? - Game Rant
Mar 15, 2023 · In fact, Smith turned down the role of Neo in The Matrix to star in the critically panned western adaptation. His decision leaves many spectators wondering why he chose not to take on a role...