On a day like today, September 2nd, 60 years ago, Keanu Reeves was born, turning 60 years old, an iconic figure in the film industry.
With a career spanning four decades, he has left an indelible mark on the action and science fiction film industry. From the groundbreaking The Matrix to the intense John Wick saga, Reeves has redefined the standards of the action hero.
His versatility, humility, and focus on complex characters have made him a beloved and respected actor. In addition to his on-screen talent, his generous and modest character has solidified his status as a legend in Hollywood.
Next, get to know their highest-grossing movies.
Keanu Reeves blockbuster movies
- The Matrix Reloaded (2003)
Worldwide box office: $742.1 million
The second film of The Matrix original trilogy, directed by the Wachowski sisters, was a huge box office success and solidified Keanu Reeves as a science fiction icon.
- La Matriz (1999)
Worldwide box office: $467.2 million
The first installment of The Matrix was a cultural phenomenon that redefined the science fiction and action genre, as well as being a huge financial success.
- The Matrix Revolutions (2003)
Worldwide box office: $427.3 million
The third movie of The Matrix saga concluded the epic story of Neo and his fight against the machines, although it did not have the same success as the first two.
- John Wick: Capítulo 4 (2023)
Worldwide box office: Over $432 million
The fourth installment of the John Wick franchise was a great success, surpassing its predecessors and solidifying the saga as one of the favorites in modern action cinema.
- Speed (1994)
Worldwide box office: $350.4 million
This action movie about a bus full of passengers that can't slow down without detonating a bomb catapulted Keanu Reeves to stardom in Hollywood.
- Constantine (2005)
Worldwide box office: $230.9 million
In this movie, Reeves plays John Constantine, an exorcist and demon hunter, in an adaptation of the Hellblazer comics. Although it had moderate success at the box office, it has become a cult film over time.
These figures reflect the impact of Keanu Reeves on the global box office and his ability to star in movies that become both critical and commercial successes.