Keanu Reeves Stars as Guardian Angel in Critically Acclaimed Film Good Fortune

The 2025 film "Good Fortune," Aziz Ansari's directorial debut, features Keanu Reeves as Gabriel, a guardian angel who meddles in the life of Arj, a gig worker played by Ansari himself. The movie explores themes of wealth inequality and the search for meaning, as Arj swaps lives with a wealthy finance mogul, played by Seth Rogen, highlighting contrasting experiences of fortune and fulfillment. Reeves' portrayal of Gabriel has been widely praised for blending humor and depth, with critics and audiences appreciating the film's social commentary and Reeves' comedic timing. The cast also includes Keke Palmer and Sandra Oh, and the film has received a solid 77% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, continuing Reeves' streak of critically acclaimed roles. Ansari cited influences from Reeves' earlier comedic work and received mentorship from filmmakers like Spike Jonze and Steven Soderbergh during production. The film is currently in theaters, with digital release expected in late November 2025 and streaming on STARZ in early 2026.