It seems that Keanu Reeves will not have the main role.
One of the main roles in the sequel to The Matrix will go to Jessica Henwick, who will play a character similar to Neo. This actress performed well at the casting, impressing Lana Wachowski. Deadline reports this.
Details about Henwick's role have not yet been disclosed, but the media suggests that she will become the key character in the new film. While Keanu Reeves and Carrie Anne-Moss will become a kind of “bridge” between the original trilogy and the sequel.
Jessica Henwick
Jessica Henwick is known for the TV series “Iron” fist”, where she played the swordswoman Colleen Wing. She also played the role of Nymeria Sand in Game of Thrones, and will soon appear on screens in the film Underwater.
Neil Patrick Harris
In addition to Henwick, The Matrix 4 is set to star Neil Patrick Harris (Gone Girl, How I Met Your Mother), Jada Pinkett Smith, who will return to the role of Captain Niobe, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. The latter, known for his role as Black Manta in Aquaman, may play young Morpheus.
Production of The Matrix 4 is expected to begin in 2020. In addition to the continuation of the original trilogy, a prequel is also in development.
