Lilly Wachowski 'Kinda Done' With Matrix Franchise

Lilly Wachowski has expressed her reluctance to continue working on the Matrix franchise, stating she's 'kinda done' with it. This comes as Drew Goddard is attached to write and direct the next installment, pending the Wachowski siblings' blessing.

The future of the franchise remains uncertain, with a potential fifth installment in the works at Warner Bros. The Matrix Resurrections, the most recent film in the series, was released in 2021 and was directed by Lana Wachowski without Lilly's involvement.

Goddard, known for his work on The Martian and The Cabin in the Woods, is waiting for the Wachowski siblings' blessing to move forward with the project. Lilly Wachowski has stated that she doesn't want to play in the Matrix sandbox anymore, but may still be involved in the project in some capacity.

Lilly Wachowski is currently working on a new project called The Hunted, a dystopian political thriller that will feature an all-trans cast. The Matrix 5 was announced in 2024, but its future is still uncertain.

## Why it matters The Matrix franchise has been a cultural phenomenon since its inception in 1999, redefining cyberpunk and dystopian cinema. The Wachowski siblings' involvement has been crucial to the franchise's success, and their blessing is necessary for the next installment to move forward. The future of the franchise remains uncertain, but with Goddard's involvement, it's possible that the series may take a new direction.

## What happens next The next step for the Matrix franchise is unclear, but it's likely that Goddard will wait for the Wachowski siblings' blessing before moving forward with the project. If the project goes ahead, it will be interesting to see how Goddard's vision for the franchise aligns with the Wachowski siblings' original concept. For now, fans of the franchise will have to wait and see what the future holds.