Matt Damon and Ben Affleck Reunite in Netflix’s High-Stakes Crime Thriller The Rip

Netflix is gearing up for one of its most anticipated releases with The Rip, a gritty crime thriller starring longtime collaborators Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Directed and written by Joe Carnahan, the film is set to debut globally on January 16, 2026. The project marks a major reunion for the Hollywood duo, promising a grounded, adrenaline-driven story inspired by real events within Miami’s narcotics world.

The Rip centers on a group of Miami police officers who stumble upon a massive stash of cash hidden inside an abandoned warehouse. What initially appears to be the biggest seizure of their careers quickly turns into a dangerous moral crossroads. As greed, fear, and suspicion begin to take hold, loyalties fracture and alliances shift. The film’s title refers to the real police slang “rip,” describing the act of seizing money, drugs, or weapons from criminal operations.

Director Carnahan describes the movie as a spiritual nod to classic 1970s cop dramas—raw, character-driven films where heroism is never clear-cut. Drawing from a true story shared by a close friend who once worked in Miami narcotics, Carnahan grounds the film in authenticity, emphasizing the psychological tension that unfolds when officers are faced with temptation that could change their lives forever.

With its powerhouse cast, intense moral conflict, and atmospheric crime storytelling, The Rip is shaping up to be a standout Netflix title. Fans of Damon and Affleck are especially eager to see the pair return to a gritty, dramatic setting after years of comedic and franchise work. As anticipation builds, the film promises to deliver not just action, but a sharp examination of integrity, betrayal, and the thin line between justice and corruption.