Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s “gripping” and “twisty” new crime thriller has just landed on Netflix

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Netflix has just released The Rip, a suspenseful new crime thriller featuring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. With the longtime friends working together again, many are wondering if the film will be a success for the streaming service.

In this film by Joe Carnahan, actors Mark Wahlberg and Dwayne Johnson play Miami police officers, Dane Dumars and JD Byrne. Their team unexpectedly finds a huge amount of money, setting off the film’s events.

As the team works on the operation, trust erodes as each member prioritizes their own interests. When an outside group discovers what’s happening, suspicion grows and everyone starts wondering who they can truly trust.

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The new crime thriller, featuring Steven Yeun and Teyana Taylor, is now streaming on Netflix worldwide. It’s been highly anticipated and is available to watch today.

Early reviews for The Rip are very positive, currently holding an 89% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 35 reviews. While it needs more reviews to officially be considered ‘fresh,’ the initial response suggests it could be a success.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the new film is an enjoyable experience thanks to its strong cast, including Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, and a suspenseful, twist-filled story that keeps you guessing. While it doesn’t revolutionize the genre, the publication described it as ‘gripping’.

According to IndieWire, the movie loses its way towards the end, becoming overly self-indulgent. However, for most of its duration, even its most melodramatic moments feel genuine thanks to the believable connection between the two main actors.

According to The Guardian, The Rip is a fun, energetic movie primarily aimed at male audiences. It’s the kind of film you can enjoy casually with friends, but it’s not particularly memorable.

The Daily Beast also highly recommended the film, calling it a strong and impactful story that makes up for a slightly disappointing conclusion. They praised the lead actors, stating they are still the best on-screen best friends in movies.

Brad Carnahan, having previously worked with Ben Affleck on the 2006 film Smokin’ Aces, described their recent collaboration on The Rip as remarkably smooth. He told Tudum that he felt fully supported throughout the entire process, with the team consistently backing his creative choices.

The Rip is streaming now on Netflix.

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2026-01-16 15:06