The Matrix Reloaded is a 2003 American-Australian
science fiction action film, the first sequel to
The Matrix, and the second installment in
The Matrix trilogy, written and directed by
The Wachowski Brothers. It premiered on May 7, 2003, in
Westwood, Los Angeles, California, and went on
general release by
Warner Bros. in North American theaters on May 15, 2003, and around the world during the latter half of that month. It was also screened out of competition at the
2003 Cannes Film Festival. The
video game Enter the Matrix, which was released on May 15, and a collection of nine animated shorts,
The Animatrix, which was released on June 3, supported and expanded the storyline of the film.
The Matrix Revolutions, which completes the story, was released six months after
Reloaded, in November 2003.