Matt Reeves is an American filmmaker known for his work in both television and film. He gained early recognition for co-creating the WB drama series "Felicity" and later gained widespread acclaim for directing the monster film "Cloverfield." Reeves is also recognized for his work on the "Planet of the Apes" franchise, directing both "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes" and "War for the Planet of the Apes." His most recent work includes directing the superhero film "The Batman," starring Robert Pattinson.
April 27, 1966: Matt Reeves is Born
On April 27, 1966, American filmmaker Matt Reeves is born.
1988: They Live is Released
John Carpenter's "They Live", an adaptation of the short story "Eight O'Clock in the Morning", is released.
1991: Matt Reeves Begins Work on "Mr. Petrified Forest"
Matt Reeves begins work on his student film, "Mr. Petrified Forest."
1992: "Mr. Petrified Forest" Wins Award
Matt Reeves' student film, "Mr. Petrified Forest," wins an award which helps him secure an agent.
1994: Future Shock Releases
Matt Reeves makes his directorial film debut with the horror anthology "Future Shock".
1996: The Pallbearer Premieres at Cannes
Matt Reeves' romantic comedy, "The Pallbearer", starring Gwyneth Paltrow and David Schwimmer, is screened at the Cannes Film Festival.
1998: Felicity Premieres
The WB drama series "Felicity," co-created by Matt Reeves and J.J. Abrams, premieres. The show would run until 2002.
2002: Felicity Concludes
After a successful four-season run, the WB drama series "Felicity" concludes.
2004: "Let the Right One In" is Published
John Ajvide Lindqvist's novel "Let the Right One In" is published.
September 2008: Matt Reeves Hired to Adapt "Let the Right One In"
Matt Reeves is hired to write and direct an English-language adaptation of the Swedish novel and film "Let the Right One In".
2008: Cloverfield Releases
Matt Reeves' science fiction monster film "Cloverfield", produced by J.J. Abrams, is released.
October 1, 2010: Let Me In Premieres in the United States
On October 1, 2010, "Let Me In", directed by Matt Reeves, is released in the United States.
2010: Let Me In Premieres
Matt Reeves' vampire drama film "Let Me In", an English-language adaptation of the 2004 novel "Let the Right One In", is released in the United States on October 1, 2010.
April 2011: Matt Reeves to Adapt "Eight O'Clock in the Morning"
Matt Reeves signs on to write and direct a film adaptation of the short story "Eight O'Clock in the Morning" for Universal Pictures.
September 2012: Matt Reeves Exits "Twilight Zone"
Matt Reeves leaves his position as director of a "Twilight Zone" film.
2014: Dawn of the Planet of the Apes Releases
Matt Reeves directs "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes", a sequel to "Rise of the Planet of the Apes," which becomes a critical and commercial success.
2016: 10 Cloverfield Lane Releases
Matt Reeves serves as executive producer on "10 Cloverfield Lane".
February 2017: Matt Reeves to Direct The Batman
Matt Reeves is hired to direct "The Batman", part of the DC Extended Universe.
2017: War for the Planet of the Apes Releases
Matt Reeves writes and directs "War for the Planet of the Apes," the third film in the Planet of the Apes series, released on July 14, 2017.
January 2018: Matt Reeves Signs with Netflix
Matt Reeves signs an exclusive first-look film deal with Netflix under his production banner, 6th & Idaho.
2018: The Cloverfield Paradox Releases
Matt Reeves serves as an executive producer on "The Cloverfield Paradox".
April 2019: Mouse Guard Film Adaptation Cancelled
The film adaptation of "Mouse Guard", to be directed by Wes Ball and produced by Matt Reeves, is cancelled two weeks before production begins.
January 2020: The Batman Begins Filming
Principal photography on "The Batman" begins.
April 2020: Tales from the Loop Premieres
The Amazon Prime Video series "Tales from the Loop", executive produced by Matt Reeves, premieres.
July 2020: Matt Reeves Signs with Warner Bros. Television
Matt Reeves signs an exclusive multi-year deal with Warner Bros. Television.
August 2020: The New Wilderness to be Adapted
Matt Reeves will develop a television series adapted from the novel "The New Wilderness".
September 2020: Matt Reeves to Produce "The Hunt for Atlantis"
Matt Reeves will produce a live-action film adaptation of Andy McDermott's novel "The Hunt for Atlantis" for Netflix.
March 2021: Matt Reeves to Produce "Sputnik" Remake
It is announced that Matt Reeves will produce an English-language remake of the Russian science fiction film "Sputnik".
May 2021: Batman: Caped Crusader Announced
A new animated Batman series, executive produced by Matt Reeves, J.J. Abrams, and Bruce Timm, is announced.
February 2022: Smile to be Produced by Matt Reeves
Matt Reeves will produce the vampire film "Smile" for Netflix.
February 23, 2022: The Batman Premieres
On February 23, 2022, "The Batman", directed by Matt Reeves, premieres in London. The film, starring Robert Pattinson as Batman, would have a wide release on March 4, 2022.
April 2022: The Batman Part II Announced
A sequel to "The Batman", to be directed by Matt Reeves, is announced.
April 2022: Matt Reeves to Produce "Lift"
Matt Reeves will produce the heist film "Lift", directed by F. Gary Gray and starring Kevin Hart, Úrsula Corberó, and Vincent D'Onofrio for Netflix.
August 2022: HBO Max Drops "Batman: Caped Crusader"
HBO Max drops "Batman: Caped Crusader". The show would be picked up by Amazon in March 2023.
August 2022: Matt Reeves Signs with Warner Bros. Pictures
Matt Reeves signs a multi-year first-look film and television deal with Warner Bros. Pictures.
2022: The Batman Premieres in London
On February 23, 2022, "The Batman", directed by Matt Reeves, premieres in London. The film, starring Robert Pattinson as Batman, would have a wide release on March 4, 2022.
January 2023: Matt Reeves to Direct Buster Keaton Biopic
Matt Reeves will direct a limited series about Buster Keaton, starring Rami Malek, for Warner Bros. Television.
March 2023: Amazon Picks Up "Batman: Caped Crusader"
After being dropped by HBO Max, "Batman: Caped Crusader" is picked up by Amazon Prime Video.
August 1, 2024: Batman: Caped Crusader to Premiere
The animated series "Batman: Caped Crusader", executive produced by Matt Reeves, J.J. Abrams, and Bruce Timm, will premiere on August 1, 2024.
October 2026: The Batman Part II Release Date
The sequel to "The Batman" is given a release date of October 2026.