The Matrix Reloaded: BURBANK, CA, May 22, 2003 - Audiences are plugging into The Matrix Reloaded in record numbers, powering the second chapter of the Matrix trilogy to unprecedented box office receipts. Making motion picture history, Warner Bros. Pictures' and Village Roadshow Pictures' blockbuster film earned $157.6 million in its first seven days of domestic release, setting a new record for the biggest opening week ever, and surpassing the $151.6 million grossed by previous record holder Spider-Man in its first seven days. The Matrix Reloaded's gross to date is now $158.2 million.

Reloaded also charted the fastest climb to $150 million in film history, hitting the mark on its sixth day of release and continuing to build momentum. "We are extremely proud of the success of The Matrix Reloaded," said Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures. "It is vastly gratifying when a film that we believe in so strongly is received by audiences with such unparalleled enthusiasm."

"We set the bar remarkably high for Reloaded," said producer Joel Silver. "Our ultimate goal, made possible by the brilliant work of Larry and Andy Wachowski and our exceptional cast and crew, was to deliver an extraordinary film to the fans who have waited three years for the next chapter in the epic story of The Matrix. Their commitment has been unprecedented, and the film's success is a testament to that devotion."

The third chapter in the Matrix trilogy, The Matrix Revolutions, will be released on November 5, 2003 by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

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The Matrix Reloaded was released May 15th, 2003 and stars Ray Anthony, Christine Anu, Andy Arness, Alima Ashton-Sheibu, Helmut Bakaitis, Steve Bastoni, Don Battee, Monica Bellucci. The film is directed by Andy Wachowski, Lana Wachowski.