Will Smith Explains Why He Turned Down The Matrix - Screen Rant
Feb 14, 2019 · Fans will also know Will Smith was originally offered Neo before Keanu Reeves accepted, but he turned it down. In a new video from Smith’s YouTube channel, the star himself reflects on The Matrix pitch meeting and why he passed on it.
Why Will Smith Passed On The Matrix (& What His Neo Would’ve …
Jan 9, 2025 · Here's why Will Smith decided to decline the role of Neo in The Matrix, which ended up becoming one of the most popular sci-fi movies of all time.
Why Did Will Smith Turn Down Starring in The Matrix? - Game Rant
Mar 15, 2023 · In fact, Smith turned down the role of Neo in The Matrix to star in the critically panned western adaptation. His decision leaves many spectators wondering why he chose not to take on a role...
Will Smith Finally Explains Why He Turned Down 'The Matrix'
Feb 13, 2019 · Smith has said that he turned down the role of Neo, which went to Keanu Reeves, because “ The Matrix is a difficult concept to pitch [and in] the pitch, I just didn’t see it,” but he...
Was Will Smith going to play Neo in The Matrix? Explained
Jan 31, 2025 · 27 years after turning down the role, Will Smith has finally given fans a sneak peek at what his version of Neo would have looked like. He stars as the character in the music video for his...
The Impact of Will Smith Turning Down the Role of Neo in The …
Jan 6, 2025 · Will Smith will not be joining Warner Bros. and director Drew Goddard in a new Matrix movie for the studio, insiders tell The Hollywood Reporter. That leaves open a mystery Smith sparked on Monday with a cryptic Instagram post noting how Smith passed on the starring role of Neo in the original 1999 sci-fi epic
Will Smith Proves He Was Always Wrong for 'The Matrix'
Feb 1, 2025 · Will Smith finally got a chance to play Neo in his most recent music video, but it only reminds us that he would have been horrible in the role.
Will Smith Finally Plays Neo After Turning Down ‘The Matrix
Jan 30, 2025 · In the music video, Smith takes on the role of Neo, the character made famous by Keanu Reeves in the 1999 sci-fi classic “The Matrix,” while Big Sean steps into the shoes of...
Will Smith Plays Neo 28 Years After Rejecting 'The Matrix'
Jan 30, 2025 · Will Smith Stars in ‘The Matrix’ Parody 27 Years After Rejecting Neo Role. Watch Smith in the music video for "Beautiful Scars," where the actor-rapper finally gets to take the red pill.
Why did Will Smith turn down The Matrix? Actor posts
Jan 6, 2025 · Will Smith teased that he could have been part of the movie The Matrix and played the role of Neo, which ultimately went to Keanu Reeves, instead of starring in Wild Wild West. On Instagram on...