The Cast of The Matrix : Where Are They Now?

We catch up with the actors from this sci-fi classic.

The Matrix (1999) - Many sci-fi flicks have toyed with the idea of human reality not being real, but The Matrix — widely regarded as one of the greatest science fiction films ever — made it almost believable. Starring Laurence Fishburne and Keanu Reeves, this classic told the story of a computer programmer/hacker who's allowed to crossover into an alternate reality. Not only did the film up the ante for sci-fi storytelling, it changed the way action movies were shot. On the 16th anniversary of the groundbreaking film, let's catch up with the cast of The Matrix.  (Photo: Warner Bros.)

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The Matrix (1999) - Many sci-fi flicks have toyed with the idea of human reality not being real, but The Matrix — widely regarded as one of the greatest science fiction films ever — made it almost believable. Starring Laurence Fishburne and Keanu Reeves, this classic told the story of a computer programmer/hacker who's allowed to crossover into an alternate reality. Not only did the film up the ante for sci-fi storytelling, it changed the way action movies were shot. On the 16th anniversary of the groundbreaking film, let's catch up with the cast of The Matrix.  (Photo: Warner Bros.)

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Keanu Reeves - Known for such classics as Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure and Speed, Reeves found his next most memorable role starring as computer programmer/hacker Neo. Reeves reprised the trenchcoat-wearing character for two more Matrix sequels (plus the video game). Since then, he has starred in the 2014 action drama John Wick and is currently in post-production of two upcoming films, The Whole Truth and Daughter of God. (Photos from left: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

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Keanu Reeves - Known for such classics as Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure and Speed, Reeves found his next most memorable role starring as computer programmer/hacker Neo. Reeves reprised the trenchcoat-wearing character for two more Matrix sequels (plus the video game). Since then, he has starred in the 2014 action drama John Wick and is currently in post-production of two upcoming films, The Whole Truth and Daughter of God. (Photos from left: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

Laurence Fishburne - The iconic role of rebellion leader Morpheus went to the Oscar-nominated actor Laurence Fishburne. After spending most of his career as one of Hollywood's most respected film actors, the screen veteran has made the transition to hit TV shows like CSI and Hannibal. It is rumored that he will return to movie theaters in an untitled Batman-Superman project. Currently, Fishburne stars as Pops in the hit ABC sitcom black-ish. (Photos from left: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

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Laurence Fishburne - The iconic role of rebellion leader Morpheus went to the Oscar-nominated actor Laurence Fishburne. After spending most of his career as one of Hollywood's most respected film actors, the screen veteran has made the transition to hit TV shows like CSI and Hannibal. It is rumored that he will return to movie theaters in an untitled Batman-Superman project. Currently, Fishburne stars as Pops in the hit ABC sitcom black-ish. (Photos from left: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

Carrie Anne-Moss - This former model landed the part of Neo's Matrix teammate and love interest Trinity. Moss went on to star in parts two and three of The Matrix franchise as well as hit TV shows like Chuck and Vegas. After starring in the film, she appeared in the dramas Pompeii and Elephant Song, both released in 2014.  (Photos from left: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

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Carrie Anne-Moss - This former model landed the part of Neo's Matrix teammate and love interest Trinity. Moss went on to star in parts two and three of The Matrix franchise as well as hit TV shows like Chuck and Vegas. After starring in the film, she appeared in the dramas Pompeii and Elephant Song, both released in 2014.  (Photos from left: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

Hugo Weaving - Weaving was cast as the quietly menacing character Agent Smith. After his star turn in The Matrix, the actor also hit pay dirt in The Lord of the Rings film series as well as with voice work for video games and animated films like Happy Feet. He then went on to star in 2012's Cloud Atlas, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, 2014's The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies and many more blockbuster projects. (Photos from left: Caroline McCredie/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

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Hugo Weaving - Weaving was cast as the quietly menacing character Agent Smith. After his star turn in The Matrix, the actor also hit pay dirt in The Lord of the Rings film series as well as with voice work for video games and animated films like Happy Feet. He then went on to star in 2012's Cloud Atlas, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, 2014's The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies and many more blockbuster projects. (Photos from left: Caroline McCredie/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

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Marcus Chong - The pilot Tank was played by the brother of actress Rae Dawn Chong. Before this role, Marcus experienced some Hollywood buzz when he was cast as Black Panther Party co-founder Huey P. Newton in the film Panther. After The Matrix, the actor worked sporadically, mostly making appearances on TV shows like Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Burn Notice. He also recently completed his first novel,The Arch, which was inspired by his performance in The Matrix. (Photos from left: Barry King/WireImage, Warner Bros.)

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Marcus Chong - The pilot Tank was played by the brother of actress Rae Dawn Chong. Before this role, Marcus experienced some Hollywood buzz when he was cast as Black Panther Party co-founder Huey P. Newton in the film Panther. After The Matrix, the actor worked sporadically, mostly making appearances on TV shows like Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Burn Notice. He also recently completed his first novel,The Arch, which was inspired by his performance in The Matrix. (Photos from left: Barry King/WireImage, Warner Bros.)

Anthony Ray Parker - This Michigan native was cast as Dozer, a freed human and crew member on the Nebuchadnezzar. With his signature brawn and muscle, Parker continued to win roles on TV series such as Xena: Warrior Princess in 2000 and the Starz production of Spartacus: War of the Damned in 2013. (Photos from left: Dean Purcell/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

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Anthony Ray Parker - This Michigan native was cast as Dozer, a freed human and crew member on the Nebuchadnezzar. With his signature brawn and muscle, Parker continued to win roles on TV series such as Xena: Warrior Princess in 2000 and the Starz production of Spartacus: War of the Damned in 2013. (Photos from left: Dean Purcell/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

Joe Pantoliano - Cypher, the resentful member of Morpheus's team, was played by Joe Pantoliano. This actor would become best known as the unhinged mobster Ralph Ciferetto (who lost his head) on the trailblazing cable series The Sopranos. Afterward, Pantoliano would return to being a constantly-working bit player in film and TV. He went on to work constantly throughout the years and most recently starred in the 2014 film The Identical. (Photos from left: Mike Coppola/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

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Joe Pantoliano - Cypher, the resentful member of Morpheus's team, was played by Joe Pantoliano. This actor would become best known as the unhinged mobster Ralph Ciferetto (who lost his head) on the trailblazing cable series The Sopranos. Afterward, Pantoliano would return to being a constantly-working bit player in film and TV. He went on to work constantly throughout the years and most recently starred in the 2014 film The Identical. (Photos from left: Mike Coppola/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

Julian Arahanga - Actor Julian Arahanga starred as Nabuchadnezzar crew member Apoc. The New Zealand-born actor never quite found screen stardom in Hollywood, mostly getting roles in short films. He has, however, found work as a director, helming TV documentary series like Turangaarere: The John Pohe Story and Songs From the Inside, which aired its latest episode in 2014. (Photos from left: Robert Patterson/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

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Julian Arahanga - Actor Julian Arahanga starred as Nabuchadnezzar crew member Apoc. The New Zealand-born actor never quite found screen stardom in Hollywood, mostly getting roles in short films. He has, however, found work as a director, helming TV documentary series like Turangaarere: The John Pohe Story and Songs From the Inside, which aired its latest episode in 2014. (Photos from left: Robert Patterson/Getty Images, Warner Bros.)

Joel Silver - Joel Silver produced The Matrix. The famed producer is one of the most prolific in Hollywood, putting out the next two installments of The Matrix as well as V for Vendetta and The Book of Eli. He produced more blockbuster monsters, including 2009's Sherlock Holmes and 2014's Veronica Mars, which he executive produced.  (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Joel Silver - Joel Silver produced The Matrix. The famed producer is one of the most prolific in Hollywood, putting out the next two installments of The Matrix as well as V for Vendetta and The Book of Eli. He produced more blockbuster monsters, including 2009's Sherlock Holmes and 2014's Veronica Mars, which he executive produced.  (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Gloria Foster - Film acting vet Gloria Foster starred as the Oracle in The Matrix. Foster launched her noteworthy career when she was cast in the 1964 groundbreaking film Nothing But a Man. Unfortunately, she died from complications due to diabetes in 2001, two years after appearing in The Matrix. Her last film role was posthumously in The Matrix Reloaded.  (Photos from left: Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage, Warner Bros.)

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Gloria Foster - Film acting vet Gloria Foster starred as the Oracle in The Matrix. Foster launched her noteworthy career when she was cast in the 1964 groundbreaking film Nothing But a Man. Unfortunately, she died from complications due to diabetes in 2001, two years after appearing in The Matrix. Her last film role was posthumously in The Matrix Reloaded.  (Photos from left: Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage, Warner Bros.)