10 Best Ben Affleck Movies, According To IMDb

Ben Affleck is an American actor and a household name. Here are his 10 best movies, according to IMDb.

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Few actors are as well known in the world as Ben Affleck. He has been one of the biggest movie stars in the world for decades now, starring in massive blockbusters, prestige dramas and, unfortunately, some notable flops.

Affleck has made headlines for stepping away from his role as Batman in the DCEU, but even without that iconic role, he has assembled an impressive filmography throughout his long career. From his early roles to his more recent successes to his work as a filmmaker, Affleck has plenty of projects to remind us what a great talent he is. Here are Ben Affleck’s best movies, according to IMDb.

10 Shakespeare In Love (1998): 7.1

Even after his star was on the rise, Affleck was still willing to play supporting roles in prestige projects like the Best Picture winner Shakespeare in Love. The film tells the fictional story of how William Shakespeare (Joseph Fiennes) falls in love with a royal woman who inspires one of his greatest works.

Affleck plays a talented actor who helps Shakespeare stage his play. The film’s Oscar win has been criticized but it is still a fun and light romantic comedy that cleverly plays with the historical fiction.

9 The Way Back (2020): 7.1

Affleck’s latest film has been called something of a comeback for him as a dramatic actor. The Way Back stars Affleck as an alcoholic man battling a tragic past who is given a shot at redemption when he is asked to coach a losing basketball team at his old high school.

The movie’s subject matter hits close to home for Affleck who has been candid about his own battles with addiction. It is a harrowing look at this kind of personal battle while also being a thrilling sports drama.

8 Chasing Amy (1997): 7.2

One of Affleck’s most significant professional relationships has been with Kevin Smith. The two have worked together on several projects over the years and recently reunited for Jay and Silent Bob Reboot. One of their earliest and best projects together was the unique romantic comedy Chasing Amy.

Affleck stars as a comic book artist who falls for the girl of his dreams (Joey Lauren Adams) only to discover that she is a lesbian. Smith’s raunchy and pop-culture infused humor is spot-on and Affleck makes for a charming lead.

7 Dogma (1999): 7.3

Affleck teamed again with Kevin Smith in this ambitious and wild religious-themed comedy. Affleck and Matt Damon star as two fallen angels who concoct a plan to return to heaven. With all existence in jeopardy, a group of unlikely heroes who set out to stop the renegade angels.

Dogma represents some of Smith’s best work as a filmmaker. He crafts a clever and complex story that boldly examines religion while still featuring his signature humor. Affleck also gives an impressive performance in a rare villain role.

6 The Accountant (2016): 7.3

Affleck has been a little hit-and-miss when he embraces his action hero side, but The Accountant proved to be a surprise hit for him. He stars as a math savant who works as an accountant for the world’s most dangerous criminal organizations. However, his latest work puts him in the crosshairs of deadly enemies.

Affleck gives a compelling lead performance as an interesting new kind of action hero. He also handles himself impressively in the film’s great fight sequences. It all makes for a fun thriller that was a bigger hit with fans than it was with critics.

5 The Town (2010): 7.5

Affleck showed off his skills in front and behind the camera with his second feature as a director. The Town is a Boston set crime-thriller that stars Affleck as the leader of a gang of thieves who are responsible for a number of daring heists. His life of crime gets complicated when he begins a romantic relationship with a witness to one of his crimes.

Affleck once again shows how skilled he is as a filmmaker staging an intense, entertaining and well-crafted crime film. The heist sequences are especially impressive, and the entire cast does great work.

4 Dazed And Confused (1993): 7.6

Affleck’s early career was filled with small roles where he usually played jerks. However, he did get the chance to play such a role in a genuine classic. Dazed and Confused is a high school comedy set in the 70s and follows various students on their last day of school. Affleck plays a bully who seems to have trouble actually graduating from school.

The movie is packed with young familiar faces in early roles, such as Matthew McConaughey and Milla Jovovich. It is a relaxed yet totally engrossing hang-out film that you can watch again and again without ever tiring of its charm.

3 Argo (2012): 7.7

Affleck won Best Picture for his third directing effort, Argo, a fascinating true story. Affleck stars as a CIA agent working on rescuing a group of Americans stranded in Iran during the 1970s’ hostage crisis. He comes up with a plan to stage a fake movie production as a way of bringing the Americans home.

Affleck manages to balance the contrasting tones of the wacky Hollywood story with the intense political thriller in such an effective way. It is a thrilling and thoroughly entertaining adventure with an incredibly talented ensemble.

2 Gone Girl (2014): 8.1

Affleck’s experience with being the unwanted focus of public scrutiny was put to effect in David Fincher’s excellent thriller Gone Girl. Affleck plays a man whose wife goes missing and he becomes the prime suspect. As details of their troubled marriage go public, he finds himself sinking deeper into trouble.

Fincher’s sharp and stunning direction is put to great use in this complex mystery. Affleck is great as the complex lead while Rosamund Pike gives a stunning performance as his wife. It is an unforgettable thriller with plenty of incredible twists.

1 Good Will Hunting (1997): 8.3

Affleck and his best friend Matt Damon went from working actors to A-listers with their breakout film Good Will Hunting. The young duo wrote this drama about a young troubled man (Damon) who is secretly a math genius. When his talents come to light, he must choose between the life he knows and an unknown future. Affleck plays Damon’s loyal best friend.

The movie is a wonderfully written drama by the two actors who each give excellent performances. Robin Williams also shines in a supporting role and Gus van Sant’s confident direction ties it all together beautifully.

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