In Hollywood, a friendship like that between Matt Damon and Ben Affleck is not so common. Both have worked on numerous productions that have been successful, and they will be partners once again for Netflix. Netflix confirmed the news on Thursday, January 25, announcing a new film called “Animals.” Currently, not many details are known about this new production, but it has been revealed that Affleck will be the director, and Damon will lead the main role, blending their talents for drama and action.
Another confirmed fact about the film is that the script will be written by Connor McIntyre, and the company founded by Damon and Affleck in 2022, along with more partners, Artists Equity, will be responsible for production.
In which films have they worked together?
Damon and Affleck, both actors and longtime friends, have collaborated on several projects. Here is a list of some notable collaborations between the two:
- “Good Will Hunting” (1997): Perhaps the most well-known collaboration between Damon and Affleck. They co-wrote the screenplay, with Damon playing the lead role and Affleck in a supporting role. The film earned them an ‘Oscar’ for ‘Best Original Screenplay.’
- “Dogma” (1999): Affleck and Damon both had roles in this film directed by Kevin Smith about faith and mythology. Affleck played Bartleby, and Damon played Loki.
- “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back” (2001): Affleck and Damon appeared in this comedy directed by Kevin Smith.
- “Gerry” (2002): Damon and Affleck starred in this experimental film directed by Gus Van Sant, following two friends named Gerry who get lost in the wilderness.
- “Jersey Girl” (2004): Directed by Kevin Smith, this film features Affleck in the lead role, and Damon makes a brief appearance.
- “The Third Wheel” (2002): Affleck has a brief appearance in this romantic comedy, and Damon also makes a brief appearance.
