Ben Affleck.
American film actor, director and screenwriter (born 1972)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Kerry Washington and Ben Affleck star in new projects, including the drama 'Animals' and a series, while also engaging in political and production activities in Los Angeles.Some support2 reports
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Ben Affleck directs a film co-starring Kerry Washington, which is now available on HBO Max.Some support1 report
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The upcoming film 'Animals' is now available on the platform, following casting announcements involving Kerry Washington, Ben Affleck, and Netflix.Well supported23 reports1 development inside
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Ben Affleck publicly supported Tom Cruise's film project 'Digger' in October 2026.Some support2 reports
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Multiple actors, including Ben Affleck, Chris Hemsworth, Gareth Evans, and Jessie Mei Li, are featured in new Netflix content.Some support1 report
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Oil rig failures in Antarctica and Europe, alongside Ben Affleck's comments on film industry trends and the distribution of 'Digger'.Some support1 report
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Actors Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot, Ezra Miller, and Jason Momoa form a team to fight otherworldly threats protecting Earth.Some support1 report
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Ben Affleck started writing a new film script with Billy Ray on October 1, 2026.Well supported12 reports
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Ben Affleck stars and directs a new Netflix movie set in Los Angeles, featuring Gillian Anderson and Kerry Washington.Well supported14 reports
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Artists Equity, founded by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, secured a deal with Netflix.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Lucasfilm approached Ben Affleck to direct the film The Force Awakens.Some support1 report
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Kareem Rahma hosted Ben Affleck on a web series on October 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are frequently seen in Los Angeles while maintaining an amicable co-parenting relationship.Well supported5 reports
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Ben Affleck and Billy Ray co-wrote the script for the film 'Animals', and Affleck's character runs for mayor of Los Angeles in a film referencing Boston.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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The Town takes Ben Affleck back to Boston.Some support1 report
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A mayoral candidate faces a public crisis involving financial problems and an undocumented worker relationship.Well supported3 reports
Earlier this month
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Both Emily Blunt and Ben Affleck are featured in new streaming releases.Some support1 report
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Jeremy Strong stars as Mark Zuckerberg, Stephen King is adapted for a new series, and Ben Affleck stars in a new film.Some support4 reports
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Films by Sean Walker, Parineeti Chopra, and Ben Affleck are now available on Amazon Prime Video and Netflix.Some support2 reports
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Ben Affleck is banned from Instagram twice, promotes his Netflix film, and runs for Mayor of Los Angeles.Some support2 reports
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Multiple actors, including Ben Affleck and Gillian Anderson, are starring in a new crime thriller series based on a novel.Some support2 reports
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Florence Pugh joins a major adaptation project, Ben Affleck is producing a new hostage thriller, and an Elvis Presley biopic is in development.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Ben Affleck and Ridley Scott are collaborating on screenplays, while Scott directs films featuring Jodie Comer and Matt Damon.Some support1 report
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Jennifer Garner discusses financial fears on Aspire podcast regarding her company's listing on NYSE and its reach into major retailers.Some support2 reports
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Jon Bernthal stars in the Brax film, which has a 75% Rotten Tomatoes score, leading Amazon to consider a sequel featuring Ben Affleck.Some support1 report
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Ben Affleck attended industry events, including a Google-hosted AI conference and a conference with A24 executives.Some support1 report
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Ben Affleck sold his AI film company to Netflix, while Guillermo del Toro publicly opposed AI in filmmaking.Well supported3 reports
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Public figures Ilhan Omar and Ben Affleck discussed the concept of Islamophobia.Some support1 report
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David Fincher directed Ben Affleck in the film Gone Girl, earning praise for his cinematic suspense.Some support2 reports
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Christopher Nolan is directing major film projects featuring Anne Hathaway and Ben Affleck.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Ben Affleck's father, a college student, advocated against mask mandates during the COVID-19 pandemic.Some support1 report
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Ben Affleck and Spencer Pratt announced their bids for the Los Angeles mayoral race on August 3, 2026.Well supported4 reports
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A project involving Matt Damon and Ben Affleck is underway, where Damon plays a knight during the 1370s, building on a collaboration started since 1997.Some support1 report
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JD Vance and Ben Affleck appeared on Rogan's podcast in Austin, while Chelsea Handler commented on a Forbes list via Instagram.Some support1 report
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Ben Affleck's initiative, the Eastern Congo Initiative, receives funds from his winnings.Some support5 reports
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Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have announced their split after two years of marriage.Some support1 report
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A new production project involving Ben Affleck, Chris Cooper, and Blake Lively is underway, setting the stage for a 2010 film and its spin-off series.Some support1 report
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Greg Kwedar's film is receiving production support from Ben Affleck's production entity.Some support1 report
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Fincher directed the thriller starring Ben Affleck in the 2025 film Hamnet, with Jodie Foster also involved.Some support1 report
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Rumors of a romantic connection between Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck surfaced following a movie wrap party.Some support1 report
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Around Ben Affleck this week
News at the entities that move Ben Affleck most-
Netflix StructuralJohn Ternus takes over as Apple CEO amid heavy AI investments by major tech companies like Meta and Nvidia.Moves Ben Affleck
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Eastern Congo Initiative StructuralThe Eastern Congo Initiative is providing support to organizations operating in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.Moves Ben Affleck
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Jennifer Garner OperationalJennifer Garner's Nantucket coastal aesthetic is being promoted and sold via Amazon and Instagram.Moves Ben Affleck
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Matt Damon OperationalMatt Damon is currently co-starring in Netflix movies, having modeled his career on Robert Duvall's trajectory, with Leonardo DiCaprio also involved in the professional dynamic.Moves Ben Affleck
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Christopher Nolan OperationalMescal, Nolan, Tarantino, and Boyle supported Prince Charles Cinema in its fight against a landlord over lease terms.Moves Ben Affleck
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Lucasfilm TransactionalWaititi promoted Klara and the Sun, while Kennedy exited Lucasfilm and Waititi/McNamara worked on a new project.Moves Ben Affleck
Connections
The 40 strongest of 87, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Artists Equity Structural
Ben Affleck founded and leads Artists Equity, the production company he utilizes for his film projects.
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Netflix Structural
Ben Affleck's creative ventures are structurally linked to Netflix through production, distribution, and ownership.
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Billy Ray Operational
Billy Ray and Ben Affleck actively collaborated as co-writers and co-directors on the film Animals.
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Kerry Washington Operational
Kerry Washington and Ben Affleck are professional collaborators, co-starring in and working on the film 'Animals'.
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Gillian Anderson Operational
Ben Affleck and Gillian Anderson collaborate professionally, with Affleck directing or casting Anderson in various films.
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Eastern Congo Initiative Structural
Ben Affleck co-founded the Eastern Congo Initiative and provides ongoing financial support to its mission.
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Jennifer Garner Operational
The relationship involves ongoing co-parenting, professional competition, and discussions of potential future collaboration following their divorce.
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Matt Damon Operational
The actors maintain a dynamic professional relationship characterized by creative collaborations, direct competition for roles, and production support.
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Christopher Nolan Operational
Nolan directs projects where Affleck performs, establishing a professional working relationship.
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Jennifer Lopez Transactional
The two entities entered into a committed, long-term partnership culminating in marriage.
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Spike Lee Operational
Ben Affleck withdrew from a project due to competition from Spike Lee's similar work.
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Greg Kwedar Structural
Affleck's production entity provides the necessary structural support for Kwedar's film projects.
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Anderson Transactional
The two individuals collaborated professionally on a production for Netflix.
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Ridley Scott Transactional
Ben Affleck and Ridley Scott are currently collaborating on a screenplay project.
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Chris Cooper Transactional
The two entities collaborated professionally on a feature film released in 2010.
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Adriana Paz Operational
Adriana Paz and Ben Affleck are actively collaborating as co-stars in a film project.
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Congress Operational
Ben Affleck actively lobbies Congress using his public influence and star power.
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Denzel Washington Operational
Denzel Washington and Ben Affleck are professional peers who actively compete for roles and market presence in the film industry.
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Amazon Operational
Amazon is collaborating with Ben Affleck on a new film project distributed via Netflix.
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Earth Operational
Ben Affleck is involved in efforts to put together teams to protect Earth.
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Anne Hathaway Operational
The two actors actively collaborate on major film projects.
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Abigail Kimball Operational
Abigail Kimball and Ben Affleck are collaborating as co-stars in a production.
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Teyana Taylor Transactional
Ben Affleck and Teyana Taylor collaborated in a 2026 film.
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Lucasfilm Transactional
Lucasfilm approached Ben Affleck regarding the direction of The Force Awakens.
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CBS Studios Operational
Ben Affleck is actively directing and starring in a film produced by CBS Studios.
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Charlie Cox Operational
Both entities are actors who professionally competed by portraying the role of Daredevil.
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Emanuel Shared context
Emanuel functions as a representative figure for A-list talent, including Ben Affleck.
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Emily Blunt Mentioned together
Both actors are co-mentioned as stars featured in new streaming releases.
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Al Gore Transactional
Ben Affleck provided political support to Al Gore during a past campaign.
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Brett Goldstein Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned in articles comparing them romantically.
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Donald Trump Mentioned together
Ben Affleck publicly criticized Trump supporters regarding immigration policies.
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HBO Mentioned together
HBO Max features content starring Ben Affleck.
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Ilhan Omar Mentioned together
The two public figures are co-mentioned in articles discussing the concept of Islamophobia.
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Casey Affleck Operational
Ben Affleck provides professional support and production resources for Casey Affleck's film projects.
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Gavin O'Connor Transactional
Gavin O'Connor and Ben Affleck collaborated on the film The Accountant 2, where O'Connor directed and co-starred.
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Charlie Hunnam Mentioned together
Both actors are noted for their involvement in major projects within the entertainment industry.
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Jodie Foster Operational
Both are high-profile actors who compete within the film industry.
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Good Morning America Transactional
Ben Affleck appeared on Good Morning America to discuss politics.
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Flash Shared context
Ben Affleck is associated with the DC Universe, the context of Flash.
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Christian Wolff Transactional
Ben Affleck portrays the character played by Christian Wolff in a sequel.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
17 events- Kerry Washington and Ben Affleck star in new projects, including the drama 'Animals' and a series, while also engaging in political and production activities in Los Angeles.
- Ben Affleck directs a film co-starring Kerry Washington, which is now available on HBO Max.
- Ben Affleck publicly supported Tom Cruise's film project 'Digger' in October 2026.
- Multiple actors, including Ben Affleck, Chris Hemsworth, Gareth Evans, and Jessie Mei Li, are featured in new Netflix content.
- Oil rig failures in Antarctica and Europe, alongside Ben Affleck's comments on film industry trends and the distribution of 'Digger'.
- Actors Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot, Ezra Miller, and Jason Momoa form a team to fight otherworldly threats protecting Earth.
- Ben Affleck started writing a new film script with Billy Ray on October 1, 2026.
- Lucasfilm approached Ben Affleck to direct the film The Force Awakens.
- Kareem Rahma hosted Ben Affleck on a web series on October 1, 2026.
- Ben Affleck and Billy Ray co-wrote the script for the film 'Animals', and Affleck's character runs for mayor of Los Angeles in a film referencing Boston.
- The Town takes Ben Affleck back to Boston.
- A mayoral candidate faces a public crisis involving financial problems and an undocumented worker relationship.
- Both Emily Blunt and Ben Affleck are featured in new streaming releases.
- Jeremy Strong stars as Mark Zuckerberg, Stephen King is adapted for a new series, and Ben Affleck stars in a new film.
- Films by Sean Walker, Parineeti Chopra, and Ben Affleck are now available on Amazon Prime Video and Netflix.
- Ben Affleck is banned from Instagram twice, promotes his Netflix film, and runs for Mayor of Los Angeles.
- Multiple actors, including Ben Affleck and Gillian Anderson, are starring in a new crime thriller series based on a novel.
September 2026
2 eventsAugust 2026
10 events- The upcoming film 'Animals' is now available on the platform, following casting announcements involving Kerry Washington, Ben Affleck, and Netflix.
- Ben Affleck stars and directs a new Netflix movie set in Los Angeles, featuring Gillian Anderson and Kerry Washington.
- Jennifer Garner discusses financial fears on Aspire podcast regarding her company's listing on NYSE and its reach into major retailers.
- Jon Bernthal stars in the Brax film, which has a 75% Rotten Tomatoes score, leading Amazon to consider a sequel featuring Ben Affleck.
- Ben Affleck attended industry events, including a Google-hosted AI conference and a conference with A24 executives.
- Public figures Ilhan Omar and Ben Affleck discussed the concept of Islamophobia.
- David Fincher directed Ben Affleck in the film Gone Girl, earning praise for his cinematic suspense.
- Ben Affleck's father, a college student, advocated against mask mandates during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Ben Affleck and Spencer Pratt announced their bids for the Los Angeles mayoral race on August 3, 2026.
- A project involving Matt Damon and Ben Affleck is underway, where Damon plays a knight during the 1370s, building on a collaboration started since 1997.
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July 2026
9 events- Artists Equity, founded by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, secured a deal with Netflix.
- Ben Affleck sold his AI film company to Netflix, while Guillermo del Toro publicly opposed AI in filmmaking.
- Christopher Nolan is directing major film projects featuring Anne Hathaway and Ben Affleck.
- JD Vance and Ben Affleck appeared on Rogan's podcast in Austin, while Chelsea Handler commented on a Forbes list via Instagram.
- Ben Affleck's initiative, the Eastern Congo Initiative, receives funds from his winnings.
- Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have announced their split after two years of marriage.
- A new production project involving Ben Affleck, Chris Cooper, and Blake Lively is underway, setting the stage for a 2010 film and its spin-off series.
- Greg Kwedar's film is receiving production support from Ben Affleck's production entity.
- Fincher directed the thriller starring Ben Affleck in the 2025 film Hamnet, with Jodie Foster also involved.