Will Smith revealed that he turned down an acting role in “Inception.” The actor said writer and director Chris Nolan pitched the 2010 science fiction film to him, but Smith “didn’t get it.” ...

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In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The Matrix. Smith turned it down,” text on the Instagram video reads. “He chose Wild Wild West, believing it w ...

In an earlier Instagram video, Smith mentioned the moment again, with text reading: “In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The Matrix. Smith turned it down.

Wild Wild West came out 26 years ago today- sorry this is the only photo I could find,” the “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” alum ...

Noted ‘Matrix’ Non-Cast Member Will Smith Admits He Also Turned Down ‘Inception’ Smith has an Oscar and box-office clout, but his judgment in picking sci-fi blockbusters isn't always the best.

Earlier this year, Will posted a cryptic video on Instagram. “In 1997, the Wachowskis offered Will Smith the role of Neo in The Matrix. Smith turned it down,” text on the Instagram video reads.

Will Smith, the acclaimed actor known for blockbuster hits like "Men in Black" and "Independence Day," recently revealed that ...

Smith also said he turned down “The Matrix,” calling turning it down one of his “beautiful scars.” “I’m hurt by those two,” Smith said about “The Matrix” and “Inception.” ...

Smith went on to star in Wild Wild West, which went on to be one of the biggest flops of his career. However, the actor has the humility to admit that The Matrix was probably better off without him.

Smith explains why he turned down the lead role in Christopher Nolan's multi-layered thriller — but he wasn't the only A-lister to reject it.

Will Smith playfully revisited his Wild Wild West days with a cheeky Instagram post marking the 26th anniversary of the film.