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One can’t ignore Matt Damon in the entertainment industry. Having begun his acting career in 1988’sMystic Pizza, he rose to fame withGood Will Hunting(1997), a film he co-wrote and starred in alongside his best friend Ben Affleck. With the release of theOcean’strilogy and theBournefranchise, he shot to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Throughout his thriving Hollywood career, Oscar-winning roles, and critical praise, the actor, 53, has worked in several films that have grossed over $500 million at the box office. Thus, it was only natural for people to assume that the star would go into the superhero genre, which has been more popular recently. However, he has stated that he dislikes superhero movies as they are ruining the cinematic medium and the “narrative is indeed easy to follow”.
James Cameron’sAvatarwas once offered to him.Despite his claims and views about the genre in question, the actor was previously seen in the MCU’sThor: Ragnarok.
But enough of that; let us discuss his three incredible films that crossed over $500 million at the box office and enthralled viewers all over the world.
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1.The Martian: A Sci-Fi Masterpiece ($630 Million)
The Martian, directed byRidley Scott, shotMatt Damonto fame at the box office in 2015. The film tells the compelling tale of an astronaut who becomes stranded on Mars and must use cunning and survival skills to survive. With audiences responding so well to Damon’s bewitching performance and the film’s exciting story, box office receipts worldwide topped $630 million.
In addition, the film’s direction, visual effects, musical score, screenplay, scientific accuracy, and likeability—largely because of Damon’s performance—were praised. Drew Goddard wrote the screenplay for the movie. In addition to receiving multiple awards, it was shortlisted for seven nominations for the 88th Academy Awards.
WatchThe Martianon TNT.
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2.Interstellar: Exploring Time and Space ($731 Million)
Interstellar,directed by Christopher Nolan, challenges our conception of reality. Matt Damon’s portrayal of fellow astronaut Dr. Mann adds intrigue on top of the already intense story. Thanks to its creative storyline and exceptional performances, the film earned an overall positive review from critics and went on to gross over $681 million worldwide ($703 million after rereleases).
Behind the scenes,Interstellarproved Damon’s ability to select remarkable projects, which strengthened his allure as a leading man.The movie, which also starred Anne Hathaway and Matthew McConaughey, was the tenth highest-grossing movie of 2014.
Amazon Prime Video is available for streamingInterstellar.
3.Oppenheimer: The Untold Tale ($954 Million)
Oppenheimerstands a very good chance of matching Matt Damon’s box office performance because it surpasses all expectations when compared to the other two films mentioned above.
The biographical drama by Christopher Nolan explores the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the man who developed the atomic bomb. Expectations for this much-awaited film were high because Damon was playing the nuanced role of General Leslie Groves, an officer in the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the director of the Manhattan Project.
With a global box office receipt of over $954 million, the movie ranked third in 2023, highest grossing biographical film, and second highest-grossing R-rated picture.
You can rentOppenheimeron Apple TV.
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Moreover, despite the widespread popularity of superhero movies in recent years, Damon consciously veered away from such projects. His decision likely stems from his desire to pursue more character-driven roles, focusing on the depth and complexity of the human experience rather than relying on superhuman abilities. The actor, who has stayed relatively quiet about superhero franchises, has earlier expressed his belief that the coexistence of streaming services and superhero films is negatively impacting the industry.
Damon’s remarkable ability to select and bring to life compelling roles on screen has been a defining characteristic of his career.The Martian, Interstellar,andOppenheimerare a few examples of his talent for choosing movies that transcend genre lines and impress viewers everywhere. Despite declining the chance to work in superhero films and eschewing the appeal of superhero movies, he made a choice consistent with his commitment to his career.
Siddhika Prajapati
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With over 3,300 articles carved into the digital walls of FandomWire, Siddhika Prajapati excels at creating, curating, and elevating engaging stories. She takes pride in giving these stories a home and, of course, she’s got a Google Knowledge Panel to prove it!Whether it’s reviewing the latest drop on Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Apple TV+, or analyzing the cultural echoes of a streaming hit on Paramount+ or Max, Siddhika is always writing three steps ahead of the discourse.
