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The Matrix is a multimedia franchise created by Lana and Lilly Wachowski and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures.

Films[]

  • The Matrix (March 31st, 1999)
  • The Matrix Reloaded (May 15th, 2003)
  • The Animatrix (June 3rd, 2003)
  • The Matrix Revolutions (November 5th, 2003)
  • The Matrix Resurrections (December 22nd, 2021)
  • Untitled Fifth Matrix Movie (TBA)

Video Games[]

  • Enter the Matrix (May 14th, 2003) for PlayStaion 2, Xbox, GameCube, and PC
  • The Matrix Online (March 22nd, 2005) for PC. Servers shut down on August 1st, 2009
  • The Matrix: Path of Neo (October 4th, 2005) for PlayStation 2, Xbox, and PC
  • The Matrix Awakens (December 9th, 2021) for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S

Comics[]

  • The Matrix Comics (1999 - 2003)

Links to Other Series[]

Direction Series Date Description Type


4 Bill & Ted 19990331 March 31, 1999 A scene in The Matrix is a nod to a similar scene from Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure. 3
5 Super Sentai-Power Rangers 2000213 February 13, 2000 Mirai Sentai Timeranger and its American counterpart Power Rangers Time Force feature references to The Matrix.
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5 Otto (Film series) 2000323 March 23, 2000 The Matrix is parodied in Otto – Der Katastrofenfilm. 3
5 Scary Movie 200077 July 7, 2000 Matrix is parodied in Scary Movie. 3
5 The Fairly OddParents 2001330 March 30, 2001 There are several references to The Matrix in The Fairly OddParents. 3
5 Conker 200135 March 5, 2001 In Conker's Bad Fur Day there is a parody of The Matrix. 3
5 The Proud Family 2001105 October 5, 2001 The Matrix is heavily referenced in The Proud Family episode “EZ Jackster”. 3
5 Lilo & Stitch 2002621 June 21, 2002 Cobra Bubbles resembles Morpheus. Also, in Lilo & Stitch: The Series episode Yaarp, the slow-motion scene where Stitch uses Gantu's plasma blast to break free from his shackles is a reference to The Matrix. 3
5 West of Loathing 2003211 February 11, 2003 Kingdom of Loathing features a Special Challenge Path called "The Source" that heavily references The Matrix. 3
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JoJo's Bizarre Adventure 20030414 April 14, 2003 Weekly Shonen Jump 2003 Issue #20 "The Matrix Reloaded Support Project" is a cross-promotional advertisement for The Matrix: Reloaded and Stone Ocean. The artwork depicts a fight between Jolyne Cujoh (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure) and Neo (The Matrix.)
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4 Superman 2003515 May 15, 2003 Superman was mentioned in The Matrix: Reloaded. 2
4 Final Fantasy 2003603 June 03, 2003 The Animatrix features a short clip starring Aki from Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within.
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5 Gadget 20031018 October 18, 2003 The Gadget and the Gadgetini's episode "The Patrix" is a parody of The Matrix. 3
5 Malcolm in the Middle 2004111 January 11, 2004 The Matrix is mentioned in the Malcolm in the Middle episode: "Dirty Magazines". 2
5 The Magic Roundabout 200522 February 2, 2005 Neo from The Matrix is mentioned in Doogal. 2
5 Robot Chicken 2005220 February 20, 2005 Matrix is parodied in the Robot Chicken episode "Junk In The Trunk". 2
5 The Thick of It 2005526 May 26, 2005 The Matrix is mentioned in The Thick of It. 2
5 How It Should Have Ended 2005630 June 30, 2005 The Matrix is parodied in "How The Matrix Revolutions Should Have Ended". 3
5 Asterix 20051016 October 16, 2005 In Asterix & Obelix XXL 2: Mission: Las Vegum there's a reference to The Matrix Reloaded. 3
5 The Boondocks 200618 January 8, 2006 Matrix is mentioned in the Boondocks episode "The Real". 2
5 My Name Is Earl 2006119 January 19, 2006 Matrix is mentioned in the My Name Is Earl episode "Stole P's HD Cart". 2
5 Mickey Mouse 20061121 November 21, 2006 The cover to Topolino #2660 is based on The Matrix. 3
5 The Big Bang Theory 2008414 April 14, 2008 The Matrix is mentioned in many episodes of The Big Bang Theory. 2
5 Henry Stickmin 2010411 April 11, 2010 The bullet time scene from The Matrix is spoofed in Escaping the Prison. 3
5 Ready Player One 2011816 August 16, 2011 The Matrix is mentioned several times in Ready Player One and Ready Player Two. 2
5 Dick Figures 2011113 November 3, 2011 A reference to The Matrix appears in the Dick Figures episode: "Modern Flame War 3". 3
5 Gossip Girl 20111121 November 21, 2011 The Matrix is seen in the Gossip Girl episode “All the Pretty Sources”. 2
5 Futurama 2012815 August 15, 2012 In the episode Near-Death Wish is a planet of old people generating electricity, which Leela referenced the idea came from The Matrix. 2
5 Lord of the Rings 20121030 October 30, 2012 Agent Smith makes a cameo in Lego The Lord of the Rings. 1
5 Lego City 20130318 March 18, 2013 The videogame Lego City Undercover features a reference to The Matrix. 3
5 Poker Night at the Inventory 20130424 April 24, 2013 Poker Night 2 features a reference to The Matrix. 2
5 Broforce 20131031 October 31, 2013 Mr. Anderbro is based on Neo from The Matrix. 3
5 Monica's Gang 201312 December 2013 Neo appears in Clássicos do Cinema - Turma da Mônica #41. Agent Smith appears in Clássicos do Cinema - Turma da Mônica #53. 2
5 Nostalgia Critic 2015114 January 14, 2015 The Nostaglia Critic reviews "The Matrix" and its sequels. 2
5 Axiom Verge 2015331 March 31, 2015 Axiom Verge features a secret outfit based on Neo from The Matrix. 3
5 Armada 2015714 July 14, 2015 The Matrix is mentioned in Armada. 2
5 Cooties 2015918 September 18, 2015 A Matrix poster is shown in Cooties 2
5 Emily is Away 20151120 November 20, 2015 A Matrix themed icon can be unlocked in Emily is Away. 2
5 Deadpool 2016212 February 12, 2016 Agent Smith from The Matrix is mentioned in the Deadpool movie. 2
5 Les Kassos 201669 June 9, 2016 The Matrix is parodied in Les Kassos. 3
5 Titanfall 20161028 October 28, 2016 The achievement "I know Kung Fu" is a reference to a line from The Matrix. 3
5 Adventure Time 2017127 January 27, 2017 In the episode Jelly Beans Have Power, during the climactic fight, when Princess Bubblegum is transported to Chatsberry, he says "I can open the door for you, but you have to step through it yourself." This is verbatim what Morpheus says to Neo in The Matrix: "I'm trying to free your mind, Neo. But I can only show you the door. You're the one that has to walk through it." 3
5 Batman 2017129 January 29, 2017 Agent Smith appears in The LEGO Batman Movie. 1
5 Lego Dimensions 2017210 February 10, 2017 Morpheus from The Matrix makes a cameo appearance in The Lego Batman Movie story pack. 1
5 The Boss Baby 20170312 March 12, 2017 There's a minor reference to The Matrix in The Boss Baby. 3
5 Love, Simon 2018316 March 16, 2018 The Matrix is mentioned in Love, Simon. 2
5 The Lego Movie 201928 February 8, 2019 Rex mentions The Matrix in The Lego Movie 2. 2
5 The Boys 2019726 July 26, 2019 Billy Butcher references The Matrix in Episode 1 of The Boys. 2
5 Solar Opposites 20200508 May 08, 2020 Korvo mentions Matrix 2 in the Solar Opposites episode “ The Lavatic Reactor”. 2
5 Crossover (Image Comics) 2021331 March 31, 2021 In Crossover #3, Ellie says "I think I know kung fu.", referencing The Matrix. 3
5 Looney Tunes 2021716 July 16, 2021 There is The Matrix world that appears in Space Jam: A New Legacy. 1
5 Squid Game 2021917 September 17, 2021 Abdul mentions The Matrix in the Squid Game episode "A Fair World". 2
5 Bridge Kids 20211019 October 19, 2021 In the Bridge Kids episode “Halloween”, Fugger is dressed as Morpheus from The Matrix. 2
5 Fortnite 20211216 December 16, 2021 Several Matrix themed cosmetics appear in Fortnite, including a Sentinel machine as an unlockable glider for Winterfest 2021. 1
5 Close Enough 202247 April 7, 2022 A character dresses up as Morbius in the 23rd episode of Close Enough. 2
5 Neon White 2022616 June 16, 2022 In Neon White, White's favorite movie is The Matrix, which he watches with Mikey during one of the Heavenly Delights. 2
5 Knives Out 20220910 September 10, 2022 In Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, the red pill from The Matrix is mentioned. 2
5 Ted Lasso 2023524 May 24, 2023 The Matrix is mentioned in the Ted Lasso episode "Mom City". 2
5 C.H.A.I.N. 202367 June 7, 2023 Morpheus from The Matrix is mentioned in C.H.A.I.N.G.E.D. 2
5 MultiVersus 202478 July 8, 2024 Agent Smith is a playable character in MultiVersus. 1

Links to Non-Series Media[]

Direction Series Date Description Type


5 Bill & Ted's Excellent Halloween Adventure 1999101 October 1, 1999 Neo appears in Bill & Ted's Excellent Halloween Adventure. 3
5 Freddy Funko (Mascot) 2022 2022 Official Funko Pop! Vinyl merchandise was released that featured Freddy Funko dressed in a Neo costume. 2