Ben Affleck & Matt Damon's Best Movies Together, Ranked
Most celebrity friendships have an expiration date. But that rule doesn't apply to Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. Their bromance has been going strong for decades. Whether they're joking around, working on a serious drama, or causing chaos in a comedy, the way they play off each other is effortless, making every interaction across genres feel real.
This list ranks their movies, which can be found on streaming platforms like on Netflix, HBO Max, and Hulu, purely by on-screen chemistry, because a great movie is only as strong as the bond between these two. From tiny cameos to legendary dramas, here are some of the best Affleck-Damon team-ups, ranked from cute cameo to chemistry so good it hurts.
Chasing Amy follows comic book artist Holden McNeil (Affleck) as he coasts through life with his best friend and creative partner, Banky Edwards (Jason Lee). Their immature but comfortable routine gets flipped upside down when Holden meets Alyssa Jones (Joey Lauren Adams), a confident, intelligent woman who challenges everything he thinks he knows about life.
As Holden falls deeper for Alyssa, his unresolved insecurities, jealousy, and fear of vulnerability begin to strain his romantic relationship and his friendship with Banky. Damon appears briefly as executive #2, which doesn't allow for much chemistry with Affleck, placing this movie at the bottom of the list. It's still perfect for viewers who enjoy dramas with a few jokes and lots of emotional nuance.
Jersey Girl follows Ollie Trinké (Affleck), a Manhattan publicist whose career and personal life collapse after an unexpected tragedy. Forced to move back to New Jersey to raise his daughter, Gertie (Raquel Castro), on his own, Ollie must rebuild his whole life. As he adjusts to fatherhood and a slower-paced life, he becomes close to Maya Harding (Liv Tyler), a video store clerk.
The movie is best described as sweet, light, and unexpectedly touching. While Affleck stars in the film, Damon only appears briefly as an unnamed public relations executive. You see their natural ease together, but there isn't enough screen time for it to deepen, which is why Jersey Girl is placed toward the end of the list. The film is ideal for viewers looking for a heartfelt, family-friendly story.
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back begins when the perpetually stoned duo Jay (Jason Mewes) and Silent Bob (Kevin Smith) discover that their comic book alter-egos, Bluntman and Chronic, are being turned into a Hollywood movie without their permission and with no profits coming their way. So they decide to travel across the country to stop the film from getting made.
Their mission becomes a chaotic parade of pop culture references and cameos, including one where Affleck and Damon appear as exaggerated versions of themselves, while parodying some of their iconic roles. Their chemistry is brilliant, but they don't have enough screen time to build on it, which is why the movie finds itself in the middle of the list. It's an ideal choice for people who enjoy goofy meta comedies.
Set in 1955, School Ties follows talented football player David Greene (Brendan Fraser), who earns a scholarship to an elite prep school. When his classmates find out that he is Jewish, the school's polished surface begins to crack, exposing deep-rooted prejudice. Damon plays Charlie Dillon, a charming but deeply insecure student whose antisemitism is fueled by his fear of losing social status.
It's serious, dramatic, and surprisingly tense for a teen drama. Affleck appears in a supporting role as Chesty Smith, another football player at the academy. As a result, he doesn't have many interactions with Damon's Charlie, placing this film in the middle of the list. Still, the movie is a must for anyone curious about the early careers of Affleck and Damon.
Set in 14th-century France, The Last Duel follows Jean de Carrouges (Damon), a proud knight who believes his honor has been shattered when his wife, Marguerite de Carrouges (Jodie Comer), accuses Jacques Le Gris (Adam Driver) of assault. Affleck plays Count Pierre d’Alençon, a powerful nobleman who favors Le Gris and represents the indulgent corruption of the ruling class.
The story is told through multiple perspectives as the truth becomes less about facts and more about who society chooses to believe. The chemistry between Affleck and Damon carries the film, placing it in third position. Pierre is careless and decadent, while Jean is rigid and emotionally blind. The Last Duel is perfect for historical drama fans and viewers who love morally complex storytelling.
The Academy Award-winning Good Will Hunting follows Will Hunting (Damon), a brilliant janitor at MIT who secretly solves complex math problems to distract himself from his troubled past. When his talent is discovered, he's pushed into therapy with Dr. Sean Maguire (Robin Williams), who forces him to confront his fear of abandonment and failure.
Affleck plays Chuckie Sullivan, Will's best friend, who encourages him not to turn away from opportunities for a better life. The chemistry between the pair feels exceptionally real in this film due to its intense subject matter. However, Good Will Hunting lands in second place since it's more of a Damon movie than a proper team-up. This brilliant film is a must for anyone who loves a good underdog story.
Dogma follows fallen angels Loki (Damon) and Bartleby (Affleck), who get stuck on Earth after defying God. When they discover a loophole in Catholic doctrine that could allow them to return to Heaven, they set out on a mission that threatens all of existence, though they are unaware of the risks at the time. They also run into a chaotic mix of prophets, demons, and apostles.
Bartleby and Loki are the perfect mix of mischief and charm, forming one of the most charismatic teams in filmmaker Kevin Smith's View Askewniverse. The chemistry between Affleck and Damon is electric and endlessly entertaining, which earns it the number one spot on this list. Dogma is perfect for viewers who enjoy irreverent comedy and fantasy adventures.
