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The Matrix

Directed by Lana Wachowski & Lilly Wachowski · 1999 ·

Short answer

Is The Matrix worth watching?

Yes. The Matrix (1999) earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

83%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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83% Editorial Rating
85% Audience snapshot · excluded
73 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.4
8.7 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 16m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · A (India) · 17+ (Indonesia) · M (Australia)
Streaming
YouTube TV
Language
English

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Where to watch

  • YouTube TV

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Spectrum On Demand

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch The Matrix by country

Country Streaming on
India Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar
Indonesia Catchplay, HBO Max
Japan Hulu, U-NEXT
Malaysia HBO Max
Pakistan HBO Max
Philippines HBO Max
Thailand HBO Max
Turkey Prime Video, TV+, HBO Max
United Arab Emirates Shahid
United Kingdom HBO Max
United States YouTube TV

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (83/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (85%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (73/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.4/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8.7/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded sci-fi, action pick

Not ideal for

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    Is The Matrix worth watching?

    Yes — The Matrix earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded sci-fi, action pick. Read our full review (5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Bullet time, philosophy, and leather coats — a generation-defining sci-fi action fusion.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is The Matrix about?

    A computer hacker learns reality is a simulation and joins rebels to fight machine overlords who harvest humanity in a war for the future of consciousness.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English The Matrix

    The Matrix (1999) Review: The Red Pill Still Works

    The Matrix is the Wachowskis' landmark sci-fi action film about a hacker who learns his world is a simulation, still thrilling, witty and startlingly influential.

    Yes, absolutely. It is one of the essential science fiction films, a perfect fusion of ideas and action for anyone who has not seen it or has not revisited it lately.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    The Matrix: frequently asked questions

    Is The Matrix worth watching?

    Yes. The Matrix (1999) has a Celluloid Score of 83%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch The Matrix?

    In the United States, The Matrix streams on YouTube TV with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar in India; Catchplay, HBO Max in Indonesia; Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; HBO Max in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is The Matrix?

    The Matrix runs 2 hours 16 minutes (136 minutes).

    What is The Matrix rated?

    The Matrix is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, A in India, 17+ in Indonesia and M in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in The Matrix?

    The Matrix is directed by Lana Wachowski & Lilly Wachowski and stars Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss.

    What is the Metascore for The Matrix?

    Metacritic's Metascore for The Matrix is 73 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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