Movie

The Matrix

“Believe the unbelievable.”

★ 8.2(27,981)19992h 16m

The Matrix is streaming on HBO Max and HBO Max Amazon Channel in Germany, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Sky Store, Rakuten TV, maxdome Store, MagentaTV, Videoload and Freenet meinVOD. Availability checked 9 June 2026.

Good to know

Director: Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski
Release date: 1999-03-31
Runtime: 2h 16m
Language: English
Box office: $463,517,383
Budget: $63,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Village Roadshow Pictures
Part of: The Matrix Collection

The Matrix — trailer

Our take

A genuine paradigm shift — the Wachowskis fused Hong Kong action, cyberpunk philosophy and groundbreaking effects into something that still feels ahead of its time. The sequels are divisive; the original is essential.

Good for: Action fans and anyone curious how modern sci-fi got its look.

— the LetsFindMovie desk

About The Matrix

The Matrix is a 1999 movie in the Action and Science Fiction genres, directed by Lana Wachowski and Lilly Wachowski, starring Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne and Carrie-Anne Moss. It has a runtime of 2 hours 16 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.2/10 from 27,981 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Matrix in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Set in the 22nd century, The Matrix tells the story of a computer hacker who joins a group of underground insurgents fighting the vast and powerful computers who now rule the earth.

Cast

Keanu Reeves

Neo

Laurence Fishburne

Morpheus

Carrie-Anne Moss

Trinity

Hugo Weaving

Agent Smith

Gloria Foster

Oracle

Joe Pantoliano

Cypher

Marcus Chong

Tank

Julian Arahanga

Apoc

Matt Doran

Mouse

Belinda McClory

Switch

Anthony Ray Parker

Dozer

Paul Goddard

Agent Brown

Themes & keywords

man vs machinemartial artsfortune tellerartificial intelligence (a.i.)saving the worldprophecyphilosophydystopiaallegoryinsurgencechosen onesimulated reality cyberpunkgnosticismallegory of the cave

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Matrix in Germany?+

In Germany, you can stream The Matrix on HBO Max and HBO Max Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Sky Store, Rakuten TV, maxdome Store, MagentaTV, Videoload and Freenet meinVOD.

Is The Matrix on Netflix?+

The Matrix is not on Netflix in Germany right now, but you can stream it on HBO Max and HBO Max Amazon Channel.

How long is The Matrix?+

The Matrix has a runtime of 2 hours 16 minutes (136 minutes).

Who stars in The Matrix?+

The Matrix stars Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving and Gloria Foster.

When did The Matrix come out?+

The Matrix is a 1999 movie directed by Lana Wachowski and Lilly Wachowski.

What genre is The Matrix?+

The Matrix is Action and Science Fiction film.

Who directed The Matrix?+

The Matrix was directed by Lana Wachowski and Lilly Wachowski.