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 received widespread critical acclaim for its realistic depiction of World War II and the D-Day landings. Reviewers praised Tom Hanks' performance as Captain Miller and Matt Damon's portrayal of Private Ryan. The film was also commended for its attention to historical detail, although some reviewers noted that certain plot points felt implausible or contrived.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Saving Private Ryan →
“Here is a summary of public reaction to the movie "The Odyssey" based on the provided text: Reviews praise Christopher Nolan's maximalist and deeply faithful adaptation, calling it "the best movie theater experience ever had". However, some critics express disappointment with the film's historical accuracy and faithfulness to Homer's source material.”
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
- The Daily Show(1996)TV Series · 1 epas Odysseus
- Late Night with Seth Meyers(2014)TV Series · 2 epsas Self - Guest
- The Kelly Clarkson Show(2019)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent(2001)TV Series · 1 epas Matt Damon (voice)
- The Graham Norton Show(2007)TV Series · 2 epsas Self
- Saturday Night Live(1975)TV Series · 1 epas Self (uncredited)
- Conan(2010)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Interstellar(2014)as Mann
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!(2003)TV Series · 8 epsas Self
- The View(1997)TV Series · 2 epsas Self
- Golden Globe Awards(1944)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Nominee / Presenter
- Entourage(2004)TV Series · 1 epas Matt Damon
- Morgenmagazin(1992)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- 30 Rock(2006)TV Series · 4 epsas Carol Burnett
- Hot Ones(2015)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- American Idol(2002)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien(1993)TV Series · 2 epsas Self - Guest
- Will & Grace(1998)TV Series · 1 epas Owen