Comparing Oppenheimer vs The Matrix. The Matrix leads on expert rating.
| Specification | Oppenheimer | The Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Studio | Universal Pictures | Warner Bros. Pictures |
| Franchise | Standalone | The Matrix |
| Release Date | 2023-07-21 | 1999-03-31 |
| Runtime | 180 min | 136 min |
| Certification | R | R |
| Genres | Biography, Drama, History, Thriller | Action, Sci-Fi |
| Cast & Crew | ||
| Director(s) | — | — |
| Lead Cast | Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh | Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, Joe Pantoliano |
| Ratings | ||
| Critic Rating | 8.6/10 | 8.7/10 |
| Audience Rating | — | — |
| Review Count | 0 | 0 |
| Page Views | 59 | 83 |
| Box Office | ||
| Budget | $100,000,000 | $63,000,000 |
| Worldwide Gross | $976,800,000 | $467,222,728 |
| Awards | 13 | 14 |
| Streaming | ||
| Available On | Prime Video, Peacock, Apple TV, FindEdition | Max, Prime Video, Apple TV, FindEdition |
| Verdict | ||
| Pros | Oscar-winning ensemble led by Murphy; Groundbreaking IMAX 65mm cinematography; Ludwig Göransson's viral score; Historica... | Groundbreaking bullet time VFX; Iconic cast and characters; Philosophical depth beneath spectacle; Revolutionary martial... |
| Cons | Non-linear structure demands full attention; Three-hour runtime; No depiction of Hiroshima/Nagasaki; Some supporting rol... | Dense exposition in third act; Some dated CGI in places; Sequel expectations overshadow standalone story for new viewers |