The Matrix was followed by two sequels, The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, which were less well received than the original and wrapped up the trilogy in 2003.
Birth Movies Death is reporting one Matrix franchise idea “that’s gained a lot of support” from Warner Bros is a prequel following the character of Morpheus, played by Laurence Fishburne in the original trilogy.
The report additionally confirms Warner Bros has plans of establishing a Matrix franchise writers room – which likely indicates the studio wants to launch a shared cinematic universe similar to Paramount’s Transformers series – and the Morpheus film is one of many ideas being explored.
He went on to express interest in more stories within the Matrix world that aren’t remakes or reboots, and a new rumor may indicate that’s exactly what Warner Bros is exploring.