Hollywood’s favorite bromance is back, and they’re bringing the heat. Netflix just dropped a new look at RIP, the upcoming crime thriller starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, and it’s got fans buzzing. Unveiled on April 28, 2025, as part of the Tudum 2025 trailer, this glimpse shows the duo as grizzled Miami cops in a tense, action-packed story that’s already drawing comparisons to classics like Heat. Directed by Joe Carnahan and set to hit Netflix in fall 2025, RIP promises to be a wild ride. Here’s why this first look has everyone hyped.
A Glimpse of Grit and Tension
The new Tudum clip is short but intense, showing Affleck and Damon decked out in bulletproof vests, with Affleck gripping a firearm and both sporting serious beards. They’re in what looks like a rundown stash house, the air thick with distrust. Earlier this year, Netflix shared a still of the duo—Damon in full police gear as Lieutenant Dane Dumars, Affleck in a hoodie as Detective Sergeant JD Byrne—sitting in a tense meeting. The new footage cranks up the stakes, hinting at the chaos that erupts when their characters uncover millions in cash.
What’s RIP About?
Written and directed by Joe Carnahan (Smokin’ Aces, The Grey), RIP is inspired by true events and rooted in a personal story from Carnahan’s friend, a former head of tactical narcotics for the Miami-Dade Police Department. The film follows a team of Miami cops who stumble upon a derelict stash house stuffed with millions in cash. The title, “RIP,” comes from police slang for seizing cash, drugs, or weapons. But when the cops decide not to report the find, trust unravels, and outside forces—like criminals and corrupt players—start circling, turning the bust into a deadly game of betrayal.
“It’s a compelling, complicated human drama that hues to elements of cinema people have loved forever,” Affleck said at Netflix’s Next on Netflix event in January, comparing it to a mix of Heat, Narc, and Training Day. Carnahan told Tudum, “It’s inspired by my enduring love for those classic 70s cop thrillers like Serpico and Prince of the City.” The film promises a character-driven story with high-stakes action, and the first look delivers on that gritty vibe.
The Affleck-Damon Reunion
Affleck and Damon, childhood friends from Cambridge, Massachusetts, have been Hollywood’s dynamic duo since their Oscar-winning Good Will Hunting in 1997. RIP marks their 11th onscreen collaboration, following hits like Dogma, The Last Duel, and 2023’s Air. They’ve only shared the screen in a handful of films, making this reunion a big deal. Produced through their company, Artists Equity, RIP is their seventh project together and one they’re calling their most important yet.
“Working with Matt and Ben was the best of both worlds,” Carnahan told Tudum. “I’ve never had as easy an experience on a movie.” Affleck echoed the sentiment, telling People that RIP is a “fun, engaging ride that keeps you guessing.” Their real-life bond—Damon once told Conan O’Brien how Affleck saved him in a schoolyard fight—adds authenticity to their roles as cops whose loyalty is tested.
A Stacked Cast and Production
The film’s ensemble is loaded with talent: Steven Yeun (Beef), Teyana Taylor (A Thousand and One), Sasha Calle (The Flash), Catalina Sandino Moreno (Maria Full of Grace), Kyle Chandler (Argo), Nestor Carbonell (Shōgun), Scott Adkins (John Wick: Chapter 4), and Lina Esco (S.W.A.T.). Adkins reportedly plays Affleck’s brother, adding a family dynamic to the mix. Filming took place in Los Angeles and New Jersey from October to December 2024, with Carnahan praising the collaborative vibe.
Artists Equity, founded by Affleck and Damon in 2022, is behind RIP, continuing their mission to share profits with cast and crew. The company’s other 2025 projects include The Accountant 2 and Kiss of the Spider Woman, starring Jennifer Lopez. Netflix snapped up RIP after a bidding war, and the streamer’s betting big on its fall slate.
Why This First Look Matters
The Tudum clip and earlier stills set the tone: RIP is raw, intense, and morally murky. It’s a return to the gritty crime dramas that made Affleck and Damon stars, like The Town or The Departed, but with a modern, noir edge. Fans on X are already predicting a chart-topper, with one post saying, “Affleck and Damon in a Carnahan thriller? Netflix is about to eat.” The duo’s star power, paired with Carnahan’s knack for action, has expectations sky-high.
This also feels like a personal project. Damon read the script first and passed it to Affleck, sparking their enthusiasm, per Deadline. Their passion shines through in the first look, where their weathered looks and steely gazes scream “cops on the edge.” With Netflix positioning RIP as a major 2025 release—likely between September and November—it’s poised to dominate watercooler chats.
Get Ready for Fall 2025
The new look at RIP is a tantalizing tease, and with Tudum’s full event on May 31, 2025, we’re likely getting a trailer soon. Affleck and Damon are bringing their A-game, backed by a killer cast and Carnahan’s bold vision. Whether you’re here for the action, the drama, or just to see these BFFs back together, RIP is shaping up to be a must-watch.
Mark your calendars for fall 2025, and brace for a thriller that’ll keep you guessing. As Affleck put it, “It’s about the things people will do for money.” If this first look is any indication, they’re about to do some wild stuff.
