Harsh Vardhan
Ben Affleck, the multifaceted talent of Hollywood, embarked on his illustrious career by appearing in ‘The Dark End of the Street.’ Born on August 15, 1972, in Berkeley, California, Affleck’s cinematic journey has been marked by a remarkable evolution from a promising actor to a critically acclaimed filmmaker. His early acting roles paved the way for a prolific career that includes a series of memorable appearances in major films.
Affleck had his breakthrough with the 1997 film ‘Good Will Hunting,’ in which he not only starred alongside his close friend Matt Damon but also co-wrote the screenplay, earning them both an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. This triumph catapulted Affleck into the Hollywood spotlight, leading to iconic roles in movies like ‘Armageddon,’ ‘Pearl Harbor,’ and ‘The Town,’ in which his versatility and charismatic presence shone through. His directorial debut, ‘Gone Baby Gone’ (2007), and subsequent directorial efforts like ‘Argo’ (2012), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture, further solidified his reputation as a filmmaker of exceptional talent.
Affleck’s career has been a journey of resilience, innovation, and artistic excellence, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. His most recent appearance saw him donning the iconic cape and cowl, reprising his role as Batman in ‘The Flash.’ If you are eagerly awaiting his upcoming projects, here’s everything you need to know about them!
1. The Accountant 2 (2025)
The sequel to the 2016 thriller film ‘The Accountant’ is officially in the works. Gavin O’Connor will return to direct the film, with Affleck and Jon Bernthal reprising their roles as Christian Wolff and Brax, respectively. The sequel will follow Wolff, who teams up with his strange brother Brax to solve the complex case of Marybeth Medina (Addai-Robinson)’s boss while being hunted by bad guys who don’t want the truth to come out. The cast also includes J.K. Simmons, Daniella Pineda, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, and Grant Harvey. The project is currently in its post-production stage and will be released on April 25, 2025. Reportedly, O’Connor plans for a trilogy.
2. Animals (TBA)
Affleck will be both directing and producing the upcoming Netflix thriller ‘Animals.’ The plot shows what happens when the son of L.A. Mayoral Candidate Milo Bradford is kidnapped. Bradford and his wife have a few hours to come up with the ransom payment. With most of their money spent on his political campaign, they have to get their hands dirty and expose a side of their lives they never intended to see the light of day.
Matt Damon will play the role of the mayor while Jennifer Garner is in talks to play the role of the wife. Rodrigo Rocha has also been roped in. The rest of the cast is yet undisclosed. Connor O. McIntyre has written the story that has been revised by Billy Ray. Currently in its pre-production stage, ‘Animals’ is yet to get a release date.
3. RIP (TBA)
Affleck is teaming up with Damon for another Netflix venture titled ‘RIP.’ The film is a crime thriller, and Joe Carnahan has been roped in to direct based on a story he has co-written with Michael McGrale. The plot centers on a group of Miami cops discovering a stash of millions in cash, leading to distrust as outsiders learn about the huge seizure, making them question who to rely on. The cast also includes Catalina Sandino Moreno, Scott Adkins, Kyle Chandler, Nestor Carbonell, and Sasha Calle. Affleck and Damon are also producing it via their artist-led production company, Artists Equity. The project is in its production stage, and more details are awaited.
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