
Matt Damon’s The Departed Is the Real Reason You’re Watching The Odyssey
Matt Damon’s The Departed isn’t just a classic — it’s the role that changed how we see him. And now, with The Odyssey in cinemas, it’s finally getting its due.

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.
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Matt Damon’s The Departed isn’t just a classic — it’s the role that changed how we see him. And now, with The Odyssey in cinemas, it’s finally getting its due.

Martin Scorsese's The Departed has surged in popularity on HBO Max, entering the platform's top 10 after two decades. The film's renewed attention coincides with its 20th anniversary, driven by strong performances from DiCaprio, Damon, Nicholson, and a narrative that remains gripping even upon repeat viewings.

As The Odyssey continues its extended theatrical run, The Departed is surging on HBO Max, becoming one of the most-watched films on the platform.

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey returns to select IMAX theatres this week after grossing over $1.7 billion worldwide, with tickets already on sale for fans who missed the original run.

After The Odyssey’s record-breaking run, Matt Damon’s 1999 thriller The Talented Mr. Ripley is now streaming on Starz. The film, which earned $120 million on a $40 million budget, is quietly becoming a cult reference point for modern psychological thrillers.

The Odyssey, starring Matt Damon and Tom Holland, has grossed ₹191.05 crore net in India after 11 weeks in theaters, surpassing Avatar: Fire And Ash to claim the 6th spot among Hollywood films. The film’s strong word-of-mouth and IMAX performance fueled its success.

Ben Affleck dismissed a claim that Netflix forced him and Matt Damon to repeat plot points several times, calling it baseless. He also talked about using AI tools from his startup InterPositive on the October‑9 release “Animals.”

The Odyssey is closing in on the North American top‑15 list, just $10 million away from overtaking the 2012 blockbuster The Avengers. With a $3.8 million weekend and $616.6 million domestic gross, the Damon‑led film eyes a historic milestone.

The Odyssey has crossed $534 million worldwide through IMAX screens alone in 73 days, overtaking Avatar to become the format's biggest earner, with runs extended in several markets through September.

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has pushed past Spider-Man: No Way Home's overseas tally in its tenth weekend, crossing $1.1 billion abroad and $1.72 billion worldwide, with $1.9 billion now within reach for the Matt Damon-led epic.

Ben Affleck reveals he nearly cast ex-wife Jennifer Garner opposite him in his Netflix thriller Animals, before she warned the pairing would carry too much baggage for audiences.

The Odyssey has pulled in Rs 258 crore gross in India over two months and is nearing $1.7 billion worldwide, putting it within reach of Inside Out 2 and Zootopia 2 on the all-time global chart.

Matt Damon's The Odyssey collected $5.5 million in its fourth weekend in China, pushing its total there to $97.4 million and putting it within reach of a rare post-COVID Hollywood milestone.