The Rip’ Trailer: Matt Damon and Ben Affleck Team Up in Netflix Cop Thriller

The trailer for The Rip, a new crime thriller set in Miami and starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, long-time collaborators and Hollywood best friends, is now available on Netflix. The official release date is set for January 16, 2026.

The official logline for the movie reads:

“A group of Miami police officers’ trust starts to erode after they find millions of dollars in a deserted stash house. When external entities discover the magnitude of the seizure, everything is questioned, including who they can rely on.”

Steven Yeun, Teyana Taylor, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Sasha Calle, Néstor Carbonell, Lina Esco, Scott Adkins, and Kyle Chandler star in The Rip alongside Damon and Affleck, while Joe Carnahan serves as both the director and writer.

Some cast of “The Rip” – Instagram

Themes You Should Expect to See

From the trailer, the central conflict is the struggle between greed and duty. The money tests the officers’ loyalty, forcing them to choose between their badge and their personal desires.

Their trust in each other begins to fracture, as temptation grows too strong to ignore. In one striking moment from the trailer, Damon asks about the seized cash: “Do you think I’m gonna jack this rip?” To which Affleck replies: “I don’t trust you right now, and that’s a fucking problem.”

The consequences of their choices also come into play. Whatever side they choose, integrity or personal gain, will cost them something while offering something in return. The ultimate decision lies entirely in their hands, making the moral stakes as high as the physical danger.

Scene Excerpt “The Rip”

The trailer also suggests that this story won’t just be about the officers versus outside forces, but also about the psychological warfare within their own ranks. Suspicion becomes as deadly as any bullet when greed begins to seep into partnerships and friendships, which is very relatable in today’s society. The busy street of Miami also adds another layer of intensity to the plot, with the humid atmosphere amplifying the heat of the scenes.

Any  fan of crime thrillers will easily recognize these familiar elements, betrayal, temptation, and the constant push-pull between justice and corruption, the pairing of Damon and Affleck promises to elevate these themes with their natural chemistry. Their history as both collaborators and real-life best friends makes their on-screen conflict feel even more personal and believable.

The supporting cast, including Steven Yeun and Teyana Taylor, also brings fresh energy to the film, The Rip won’t  just be a two-man move but a multi-layered story about how one dangerous discovery can unravel an entire team.

If you are someone who enjoys crime movies that send your heart racing like a roller coaster, then watch out for “The Rip”.

Watch the trailer below.

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