Overview

• On June 30, Smith celebrated Wild Wild West’s 26th anniversary by posting a nude still from the film on his Instagram, using only a cowboy hat for cover.
• The cheeky snapshot rapidly went viral, drawing coverage from outlets including People and Wichita Eagle and fuelling fan nostalgia.
• Despite dismal reviews at its 1999 release, the steampunk action comedy grossed over $220 million worldwide and later achieved cult-classic status.
• Smith has previously called the film his “worst” and revealed he passed on the role of Neo in The Matrix to star in Wild Wild West.
• The viral throwback has reignited conversations about Smith’s career trajectory and the enduring cult appeal of the film.