New ‘Matrix’ movie may centre on young Morpheus

The new Matrix film may centre on young Morpheus, a central character in the original trilogy.

According to a source, Warner Bros. might be looking to explore an expanded Matrix universe. In the Matrix trilogy, Morpheus was portrayed by Laurence Fishburne.

The character gained respect from the audience due to his monk-like stoicism and wisdom as a mentor. S

Should the Matrix spin-off happen, the role of young Morpheus reportedly will be played by Creed star Michael B. Jordan.

1999’s Matrix starred Keanu Reeves was about a dystopian future where humans were unaware they live in a simulated reality created by sentient machines.