Matt Damon and Ben Affleck reunite in The Rip, a crime drama written and directed by Joe Carnahan (The A-Team), which was released on 16 January 2026. The film has been widely received as one of the strongest openings of the year so far.
The longtime collaborators star as Miami police officers Lt. Dane Dumars (Damon) and Det. Sgt. JD Byrne (Affleck), whose lives take a dramatic turn after their unit uncovers millions of dollars hidden in a drug den.
Third Collaboration in Four Years
The Rip marks the duo&rsquo;s third collaboration in four years, following The Last Duel and Air. Despite their individual careers and achievements, Damon and Affleck have continued to prioritise working together on major projects.
Inspired by Get Back
According to Deadline, Damon said his decision to continue making films with Affleck was reinforced after watching Peter Jackson&rsquo;s 2021 Beatles documentary Get Back. The documentary&rsquo;s closing note, stating that the band never worked together again, left Damon emotional and prompted him to reflect on the value of his long-standing creative partnership with Affleck.
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A Friendship That Won an Oscar
The pair&rsquo;s friendship spans decades, dating back to their childhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their collaboration on Good Will Hunting (1997) earned them the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, cementing their status as one of Hollywood&rsquo;s most enduring creative partnerships.
Final Thought
With The Rip opening 2026 on a strong note, Damon and Affleck once again demonstrate the power of long-term collaboration. Their shared history, on and off screen, continues to resonate with audiences and positions the film as a standout release at the start of the year.
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