Joe Carnahan, the filmmaker behind pulse-pounding thrillers like SMOKIN’ ACES and THE GREY, is back in the director’s chair with THE RIP, a gritty action drama that promises betrayal, explosive tension, and high-stakes showdowns.
The Story
In THE RIP, a team of Miami cops stumbles upon millions in cash hidden inside a derelict stash house. What should be a career-making bust quickly spirals into a nightmare. As word leaks about the size of the seizure, outside forces close in, trust within the squad collapses, and loyalties are tested at every turn. When money and power are on the line, the biggest threat may not come from the streets—but from those standing right beside you.
The Creative Team
• Director & Screenwriter: Joe Carnahan (NARC, THE GREY, BOSS LEVEL)
• Story By: Joe Carnahan & Michael McGrale
• Producers: Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Dani Bernfeld, Luciana Damon (via Artists Equity)
• Executive Producers: Kevin Halloran & Michael Joe
With Carnahan’s signature style—fast-paced, character-driven, and unflinching in its portrayal of violence—THE RIP is set to deliver the kind of gritty authenticity fans have come to expect.
The Cast
THE RIP boasts one of the most exciting ensembles of the year:
• Matt Damon (AiR, THE BOURNE IDENTITY)
• Ben Affleck (THE TOWN, ARGO)
• Steven Yeun (MINARI, Beef)
• Teyana Taylor (A Thousand and One)
• Sasha Calle (The Flash)
• Scott Adkins (JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4)
• Kyle Chandler (Friday Night Lights, Bloodline)
This powerhouse lineup blends A-list star power with critically acclaimed talent and action veterans—ensuring that every role, from the leads to the supporting players, carries weight.
Why It Matters
THE RIP isn’t just another crime thriller—it marks a high-profile collaboration between Carnahan’s hard-edged storytelling and Artists Equity, the production company founded by Affleck and Damon. With its combination of tense moral dilemmas, explosive action, and a stellar cast, the film has all the ingredients of a standout genre piece.
Carnahan’s return to the big screen, paired with Affleck and Damon’s creative backing, makes The RIP one of the most anticipated action thrillers in development.
