Matrix Resurrections takes place after the events of the original trilogy, in which main character Morpheus helped defend the last human city from the machines. He survived that fight and so many fans might be expecting to see him, played by Laurence Fishburne, appear in Matrix 4. For those who have seen the film or want to dive into spoilers, here’s a breakdown of if the original Morpheus is dead in Matrix Resurrections and, if he is, how he died.
Is the original Morpheus dead in Matrix Resurrections?
Yes, it’s likely that the original Morpheus is dead in Matrix Resurrections.
With the Matrix Online game in which Morpheus died being considered canon, it makes sense that he is dead in Matrix Resurrections.
Though his death isn’t explicitly mentioned, a statue of the original Morpheus is shown during Neo’s visit to Io.
Even if Morpheus’ death in Matrix Online wasn’t considered canon, 60 years have passed since the events of Matrix Revolutions. Though Niobe has survived and achieved the rank of General, Morpheus may have died of illness or old age.
A statue of Morpheus is shown in one of the rooms on Io, where many other dead humans have been laid to rest. This suggests Morpheus is also dead.
How did the original Morpheus die in Matrix Resurrections?
Morpheus is dead in Matrix Resurrections because he died in the Matrix Online game, which is considered canon.
Though many won’t have played the Matrix Online game, the creators of The Matrix confirmed that it is canon.
Morpheus dies at the hand of an assassin, who ambushes Morpheus while he’s escaping a treatment facility. He dies from a gunshot.
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