London was abuzz with excitement on July 6, 2026, at the world premiere of Christopher Nolan‘s ‘The Odyssey‘ at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square and its parallel release at the BFI IMAX. This star-studded event featured an all-star ensemble cast featuring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, and Charlize Theron.
During one of his red-carpet interviews, Matt Damon took a moment to comment on a hilarious question about his lifelong best friend, Ben Affleck. The actor couldn’t help but drop a sweet confession, reflecting the duo’s tight bond.
Matt Damon Gets The Ultimate Validation From Ben Affleck
In a clip making rounds on X, Matt Damon was asked if he flashed some boasting pictures to his pal Ben Affleck, teasing, “Bruh, you see me now?” Instead of answering this question seriously, Damon chuckled and said something truly heartwarming.
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“No, he saw the movie already, and he called me, and I said, ‘I’ve been waiting 45 years for this phone call.’ It was great,” Damon replied. After he was asked whether he would invite him to train together, Damon laughed again and said, “He’s doing alright.”
Damon’s adorable reply was just a small glimpse into the genuine friendship between two legendary actors. He and Affleck grew up as neighbors in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1980, wrote ‘Good Will Hunting’ together in 1997, and currently run their own production company, Artists Equity.
Moreover, the duo has been part of each other’s lives and careers for more than 40 years, witnessing many life-changing moments, including career achievements, family moments, and more.
They have also acted together in several films, including ‘Dogma,’ ‘The Last Duel,’ ‘Air,’ and the thriller ‘The Rip.’ Back to Damon’s new project, ‘The Odyssey,’ he enters a completely new territory with Nolan as director.
The Movie Follows Odysseus’ Journey Back To Ithaca
In this incredible IMAX adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek epic poem of the same name, Damon takes on the role of Odysseus, the determined King of Ithaca. The plot of the movie follows the character’s struggle to return home after ten years of bloody war in Troy.
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He faces mythical creatures and the wrath of the gods to protect his wife, Penelope (Anne Hathaway), and his son, Telemachus (Tom Holland), from greedy suitors, including the cunning Antinous (Robert Pattinson).
Slated to release on July 17, the legendary movie adaptation boasts a number of amazing actors and actresses in supporting roles: Charlize Theron as Calypso, John Leguizamo as Eumaeus, Jon Bernthal as Menelaus, and Zendaya as the goddess of wisdom, Athena.
In conclusion, Nolan’s film tells the story of a hero struggling to find his homeland. Before the big release, Matt Damon had already won hearts with his heartwarming red-carpet response, capturing the longstanding friendship between him and Affleck.
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