The upcoming installment will be directed and written by Drew Goddard (The Martian, The Cabin in the Woods). It marks the first Matrix film not directed by Lana or Lilly Wachowski.

The Matrix 5 could be a really exciting sequel, but there’s so much pressure riding on it to keep this long-running sci-fi franchise alive.

On the surface, Project Hail Mary bares a resemblance to Danny Boyle's under-loved Sunshine: Stars are dying, and humanity is scrambling for a way to save itself. But in this case, instead of a ...