Ben Affleck is a major Hollywood star, known for his work both as an actor and a filmmaker. Over the last three decades, he’s achieved success in front of and behind the camera, with memorable roles in films like Goodwill Hunting and his Academy Award-winning direction, production, and starring role in Argo. He continues to be a busy and in-demand talent. Before seeing him in his upcoming projects, the action thriller The Rip with Matt Damon and the crime thriller Animals, fans can revisit one of his most acclaimed films, which is returning to streaming after 15 years.
Starting November 1st, you can watch the crime thriller The Town on HBO Max. Released in 2010, the movie is based on the novel Prince of Thieves and was written, directed, and starred Ben Affleck. He plays Doug MacRay, a seasoned bank robber from Boston who develops feelings for a woman who was affected by one of his heists. The film received excellent reviews, earned $154 million globally, and was named one of the best movies of 2010 by the National Board of Review.
The Town Showcases Ben Affleck’s Talent Both in Front of and Behind the Camera
With critics giving it a 92% rating and audiences scoring it at 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, The Town is easily one of Ben Affleck’s best films. It was a major turning point for Jeremy Renner, Rebecca Hall, and Blake Lively, giving them standout roles, and it solidified Affleck’s reputation as a promising director. Following his debut film, Gone Baby Gone, The Town demonstrated Affleck’s skill as a filmmaker, offering a realistic and compelling story that expertly blended emotional depth with thrilling crime elements.
This movie is packed with thrilling action and strong acting, especially from Ben Affleck, who brings depth and complexity to his character, Doug. Even after 15 years, The Town stands out as one of Affleck’s best films and a truly great heist movie – it’s well worth watching now that it’s available to stream.
New Movies Coming to HBO Max
On November 1st, HBO Max is adding a bunch of new movies, including The Town. You’ll also be able to stream films like Dangerous Liaisons, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Red Riding Hood, and Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo starting that day.
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