Matt Damon
Producer · Actor · Writer
Born October 8, 1970 · Boston, Massachusetts, USA
6
Films reviewed
8.4
Avg. rating
Saving Private Ryan
Best-reviewed
1998–2026
Years active
Biography
Matthew Paige Damon (born October 8, 1970) is a multifaceted American actor, producer, and screenwriter. In 2007, he was highlighted as one of Forbes' most bankable stars, and by 2010, he emerged as one of the highest-grossing actors in cinematic history. His accolades include an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awards, along with nominations for three BAFTA Awards and seven Primetime Emmy Awards.
Damon's journey in acting began with *Mystic Pizza* in 1988, but it was in 1997 that he truly came into the limelight. Collaborating with Ben Affleck on *Good Will Hunting*, they not only starred in the film but also won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay as well as the Golden Globe for Best Screenplay. He solidified his reputation as a leading man through iconic roles, such as Tom Ripley in *The Talented Mr. Ripley*, Jason Bourne in the *Bourne* series, and Linus Caldwell in the *Ocean's* trilogy. His portrayal of an astronaut stranded on Mars in *The Martian* earned him a Golden Globe for Best Actor, and he has been part of various notable films, including *Saving Private Ryan*, *The Departed*, and *Ford v Ferrari*.
On the small screen, Damon played Scott Thorson in HBO's *Behind the Candelabra*, which garnered him an Emmy nomination. His guest appearances in *30 Rock* and hosting *Saturday Night Live* were also Emmy-nominated. Beyond acting, Damon has produced projects like *Project Greenlight* and *Manchester by the Sea*. He co-founded two production companies with Ben Affleck and has lent his voice to several animated and documentary projects. His philanthropic efforts span multiple organizations, including the One Campaign and Water.org.
On theIReview.com
Films featuring Matt Damonthat we've reviewed.
★ 8.5The Odyssey
as Odysseus
Christopher Nolan · 2026
RT 95%
★ 8.2Oppenheimer
as Gen. Leslie Groves, a United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) officer and director of the Manhattan Project
Christopher Nolan · 2023
RT 93%
★ 8.1Ford v Ferrari
as Carroll Shelby, American former race car driver, automotive designer, and builder
James Mangold · 2019
RT 92%
★ 8.5The Departed
as Staff Sergeant Colin Sullivan
Martin Scorsese · 2006
RT 91%
★ 8.4Good Will Hunting
as Will Hunting, a rebellious 20-year-old self-taught mathematics genius and janitor at MIT from South Boston
Gus Van Sant · 1998
RT 97%
★ 8.6Saving Private Ryan
as James Francis Ryan: A young soldier from Iowa
Steven Spielberg · 1998
RT 94%
Review Highlights
AI-summarized critic and audience reaction, pulled from the Fan & Critic Buzz on their highest-rated films with us.
“The movie "Saving Private Ryan" has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike. Some praise its realistic portrayal of war, with many noting that it accurately depicts the carnage of D-Day landings and the subsequent Normandy invasion. However, others have criticized the film's non-sequitur plot twist involving a single character being saved by a large group in a war where millions died.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Saving Private Ryan →
“The public reaction to "The Odyssey" is mixed, with some critics finding it faithful and respectful of Homer's work, while others see it as bloated, self-important, and morally questionable. Many reviewers have praised the film for its technical achievements and cinematic grandeur, but also criticized its pacing and adherence to historical accuracy.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on The Odyssey →
Selected Filmography
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon(2014)TV Series · 3 epsas Self
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert(2015)TV Series · 3 epsas Self - Guest
- Late Night with Seth Meyers(2014)TV Series · 2 epsas Self - Guest
- The Daily Show(1996)TV Series · 1 epas Odysseus
- The Kelly Clarkson Show(2019)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Conan(2010)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Saturday Night Live(1975)TV Series · 1 epas Self (uncredited)
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent(2001)TV Series · 1 epas Matt Damon (voice)
- The View(1997)TV Series · 2 epsas Self
- The Graham Norton Show(2007)TV Series · 2 epsas Self
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!(2003)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- Morgenmagazin(1992)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien(1993)TV Series · 2 epsas Self - Guest
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno(1992)TV Series · 1 ep
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show(2003)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Will & Grace(1998)TV Series · 1 epas Owen
- 30 Rock(2006)TV Series · 4 epsas Carol Burnett
- Entourage(2004)TV Series · 1 epas Matt Damon
- Golden Globe Awards(1944)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Nominee / Presenter
- Interstellar(2014)as Mann