Laurence Fishburne’s Shocking ‘Matrix 4’ Snub: Why Morpheus Was Left Behind

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Laurence Fishburne, who played Morpheus in the original Matrix trilogy, shares why he wasn’t part of The Matrix Resurrections, a surprise for fans of the sci-fi series. Despite his desire to join his co-stars Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss in the 2021 sequel, Fishburne explains that the decision was not within his control.

In a recent interview on The View, Laurence Fishburne openly discussed his role in the Matrix franchise and stated, “I proposed my talents for the fourth Matrix, but they seemed unresponsive to this proposition.” He clarified that he had indeed expressed interest, saying, “I made it clear I wanted to contribute.” However, for some unexplained reason, his request to reprise his character Morpheus in The Matrix Resurrections was turned down by the production team. Concluding, Fishburne admitted, “Unfortunately, that didn’t materialize. But that’s the reality.

In “The Matrix Resurrections,” Yahya Abdul-Mateen II assumed the role previously held by Morpheus, portraying a new version of the cherished character (a creation within a program based on Neo’s memories, originally played by Fishburne in the 1999 film). Despite past statements suggesting he was not invited to reprise his role for the sequel, fans of the Matrix series may be taken aback to discover that Fishburne expressed interest in returning but his offer was declined.

Could Laurence Fishburne Return as Morpheus in ‘Matrix 5’?

In light of Fishburne’s recent disclosures about his character Morpheus, there are reports that Warner Bros. is working on a fifth film for the Matrix series. The hosts of The View promptly questioned Fishburne regarding his potential involvement in Matrix 5. Fishburne responded by expressing his willingness to return, but stated that it would depend on factors such as who else was involved, the quality of the script, and whether he received an offer to rejoin the cast.

In a groundbreaking move, The Matrix 5 will be different as Drew Goddard takes over directing duties from Lana or Lily Wachowski who have been at the helm of the sci-fi action series until now. Lana is still involved in the project as an executive producer. Goddard has presented a fresh concept to Warner Bros., which he believes will provide a unique viewpoint, stemming from his own affection for the franchise and its characters. At this point, it’s uncertain whether Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss will rejoin the series for its fifth installment.

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2025-04-04 16:31