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Ben Affleck's New Netflix Thriller Confirms Release Date After The Rip Success

PUBLISHED Aug 12, 2026, 10:57 AM ET

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Sam Fang primarily covers news for CBR, with over a decade of experience writing about entertainment and pop culture and degrees in both journalism and art. This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available. Ben Affleck is officially set to star in a new political thriller releasing on Netflix later this year. The streamer has revealed a first look as well as confirmed the film's release date. Following the succ

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Timeline of Events

On June 1, 2024 Artists Equity partnered with Netflix for new thriller production.
On January 16, 2026 Netflix launched Ben Affleck crime feature The Rip globally.
On July 27, 2026 Production updates confirmed completed runtime for Ben Affleck film.
On August 12, 2026 Netflix officially released first look trailer and premiere date.
On October 2, 2026 Select domestic theaters begin limited qualifying theatrical run.
On October 9, 2026 Streaming premiere launches globally for all Netflix subscribers.
On October 16, 2026 Opening week global streaming viewership metrics released by Netflix.
On November 15, 2026 Early industry awards buzz and critics choices awards begin.
On January 15, 2027 Full 90-day viewership totals reach initial bonus milestone threshold.

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Strengthens US streaming release options for adult star-driven thrillers.
Reaffirms hybrid theatrical-streaming release strategies across major Hollywood studios.
US streaming subscribers, film industry workers, cinema exhibitors, moviegoers.
Focus on verified press releases rather than unconfirmed plot rumors.

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Left: Highlights diverse star cast and political corruption in urban campaigns. Center: Reports release date, directorial credits, plot summary, and cast. Right: Emphasizes Hollywood star power, streaming performance, and theatrical distribution.