Comparing The Matrix vs Minions & Monsters. The Matrix leads on expert rating.
| Specification | The Matrix | Minions & Monsters |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Studio | Warner Bros. Pictures | Illumination |
| Franchise | The Matrix | Despicable Me / Minions |
| Release Date | 1999-03-31 | 2026-07-01 |
| Runtime | 136 min | 90 min |
| Certification | R | PG |
| Genres | Action, Sci-Fi | Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy |
| Cast & Crew | ||
| Director(s) | — | — |
| Lead Cast | Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, Joe Pantoliano | Pierre Coffin, Trey Parker, Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, Jesse Eisenberg |
| Ratings | ||
| Critic Rating | 8.7/10 | 7.9/10 |
| Audience Rating | — | — |
| Review Count | 0 | 0 |
| Page Views | 13 | 17 |
| Box Office | ||
| Budget | $63,000,000 | $85,000,000 |
| Worldwide Gross | $467,222,728 | $166,300,000 |
| Awards | 14 | 3 |
| Streaming | ||
| Available On | Max, Prime Video, Apple TV, FindEdition | Theaters, IMAX, FindEdition |
| Verdict | ||
| Pros | Groundbreaking bullet time VFX; Iconic cast and characters; Philosophical depth beneath spectacle; Revolutionary martial... | Fresh Old Hollywood setting for the franchise; One of the best-reviewed Minions entries; John Powell's energetic orchest... |
| Cons | Dense exposition in third act; Some dated CGI in places; Sequel expectations overshadow standalone story for new viewers | Domestic opening underperformed franchise norms; Second half leans into chaotic excess; Humor remains heavily dependent... |