Ben Affleck

About

Ben Affleck is an acclaimed American actor, director, and screenwriter, born August 15, 1972, in Berkeley, California. He first rose to fame due to his successful collaboration with childhood friend Matt Damon on the screenplay for "Good Will Hunting" in 1997, a role that earned them both an Academy Award and Golden Globe for Best Original Screenplay. Affleck is well-known for his roles in films like "Armageddon", "Pearl Harbor", and "The Town", and for his portrayal of Batman in the DC Extended Universe. In addition to acting, his directorial ventures such as "Argo" have also been lauded, with "Argo" winning a Best Picture Oscar in 2013.

Associated With

Ben Affleck is a renowned actor, director, and producer in the film industry. He gained fame through his collaborations with childhood friend Matt Damon, with whom he co-wrote and acted in the Oscar-winning film "Good Will Hunting." Known for his roles in films like "Pearl Harbor" and "Armageddon," he's also worked with filmmakers like Michael Bay and directors like Kevin Smith in "Chasing Amy" and "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back." Affleck's dating life is also associated with the film industry, having been engaged to actress Jennifer Lopez and married to actress Jennifer Garner, with whom he has three children. As a director, he has showcased his skills in films like "Argo," which won him critical acclaim and several awards. He also contributed to the superhero genre playing Batman in the DC Extended Universe.

Career Highlights

• Ben Affleck began his acting career with the television film "The Dark End of the Street" in 1981.
• He rose to prominence after his appearance in the coming-of-age film "Dazed and Confused" in 1993.
• Affleck co-wrote the screenplay for "Good Will Hunting" with his friend Matt Damon, for which they won the Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for Best Original Screenplay in 1997.
• "Armageddon," where Ben Affleck starred in, was released and went on to become one of the highest-grossing films of 1998.
• He took on the role of a superhero when he starred as the titular character in "Daredevil" in 2003.
• Affleck directed his first film, "Gone Baby Gone," and received high critical acclaim for it in 2007.
• His acting in the political thriller "State of Play" earned him critical acclaim in 2009.
• Ben Affleck directed, co-produced, and starred in 'Argo,' which won him a Golden Globe Award and BAFTA Award for Best Director, and the Golden Globe Award, BAFTA, and Academy Award for Best Picture in 2012.
• Portraying the role of Batman in the DC Extended Universe starting with "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" and "Suicide Squad" all in 2016, continued to establish his leading position in the cinema industry.
• Affleck received good reviews for his role in the film "The Way Back" in 2020.
• Throughout his career, Affleck has won two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, two BAFTA Awards, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards.

Notable Awards

• Ben Affleck has won several prestigious awards throughout his career:
• Academy Awards (Oscars):
• - Best Original Screenplay for "Good Will Hunting" in 1998 (shared with Matt Damon)
• - Best Picture for "Argo" in 2013
• Golden Globe Awards:
• - Best Screenplay for "Good Will Hunting" in 1998 (shared with Matt Damon)
• - Best Director for "Argo" in 2013
• - Best Motion Picture - Drama for "Argo" in 2013
• BAFTA Awards:
• - Best Original Screenplay for "Good Will Hunting" in 1998 (shared with Matt Damon)
• - Best Film and Best Direction for "Argo" in 2013
• Screen Actors Guild Awards:
• - Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for "Shakespeare in Love" in 1999
• - Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for "Argo" in 2013
• Directors Guild of America Awards:
• - Outstanding Directing – Feature Film for "Argo" in 2013
• These are some of the notable awards he has won among others.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Ben Affleck Movie/TV Show?

The most popular Ben Affleck movie is arguably "The Town" released in 2010, which he directed, co-wrote, and starred. The film was both a critical and commercial success, establishing Affleck as a reputable director while also showcasing his acting prowess. The movie tells a gripping tale of a bank robber who struggles to balance his feelings for a bank manager linked with one of his earlier heists, as well as the FBI agent looking to bring him and his crew down. Affleck's performance was critically lauded, and the film was nominated for an Oscar, helping to cement it as a standout in his filmography.

How Did Ben Affleck Get Famous?

Ben Affleck gained fame in Hollywood primarily through the success of the film "Good Will Hunting" in 1997, which he co-wrote and starred in along with his friend, Matt Damon. The film was critically acclaimed and earned them an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Prior to this, Affleck had acted in some films and TV shows but it was "Good Will Hunting" that launched his career into the spotlight. His subsequent roles in blockbuster movies like "Armageddon" and "Pearl Harbor" further cemented his status as a notable actor and he has since become a prominent figure in the film industry, including as a director.