Matt Damon And Ben Affleck's Action Thriller Is The First Must-Watch 2026 Movie Streaming On Netflix
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Key Points:
- Ben Affleck and Matt Damon reunite in the gritty action thriller "The Rip," directed by Joe Carnahan, now available for streaming on Netflix.
- The film centers on corrupt cops, with Damon playing Lieutenant Dane Dumars and Affleck as Detective Sergeant JD Byrne, whose trust erodes amid suspicions of dishonesty.
- Unlike their usual comedic collaborations, "The Rip" showcases the duo's dramatic talents, offering a darker, more intense narrative praised for their on-screen chemistry.
- The movie holds an 84% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics appreciating its B-movie style and the meta-context derived from Affleck and Damon's real-life friendship.
- Director Joe Carnahan cited Tony Scott as an inspiration
