Hugo Weaving not returning for 4th 'Matrix' over scheduling issues

Weaving's role in London's National Theatre's production of "The Visit" made it impossible to square dates with the upcoming "Matrix" film's production.

Not that anybody actually needs to be reminded, but Hugo Weaving was (imo) absolutely f****** perfect as Smith in each film he was in, definitely one of my favourite villains of all

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Fandom on X: Hugo Weaving will not return as Agent Smith in 'Matrix 4' due to scheduling conflicts (via @TimeOutLondon

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