Key Takeaways:
– Matt Damon and Casey Affleck reteam for a new heist movie, “The Instigators” from AppleTV+.
– The film revolves around a desperate father and an ex-con attempting a robbery.
– The official trailer has been released, promising a fun blend of comedy and crime.
– Ben Affleck and Matt Damon serve as producers for the film.
– The movie will hit select theaters on August 2 before it starts streaming on Apple TV+ on August 9.
Have you been itching for another Ocean's film? This year your cravings might just be fulfilled! Two big movies are bringing together some familiar faces from the Steven Soderbergh caper crew, and boy, do they promise to be exciting.
Damon and Affleck in a Heist Film
First on the list is AppleTV+'s “Wolfs”, which sees George Clooney and Brad Pitt reunite for some criminal fun. But, if you're a true fan of the Ocean's movies, you'll be glad to know that this isn't the only reunion happening. Yes, you heard right. Matt Damon and Casey Affleck, who starred in the popular “Ocean's Eleven”, “Ocean's Twelve”, and “Ocean's Thirteen”, are teaming up once again. This time, they're taking on a heist in Boston, in the upcoming film, “The Instigators”.
What's the Movie About?
In “The Instigators”, Matt Damon (taking on the role of Rory) and Casey Affleck (as Cobby) become unlikely partners. They're a desperate dad and an ex-con trying to rob a corrupt politician. However, things don't go quite as planned. When the robbery goes awry, our heroes find themselves caught up in all kinds of trouble. They're chased by police, deal with inefficient bureaucrats, and even face vengeful mob bosses.
The duo feels completely in over their heads, and in a quirky turn of events, they convince Rory's therapist to join their tumultuous escape across the city. Here they must put aside their squabbles and work together to avoid being caught, or even worse…
An All-Star Crew
Casey Affleck, besides starring in the movie, has also co-written it alongside Chuck MacLean. Their mission? Creating a fun, but unpredictable world filled with intriguing characters. Also joining the behind-the-camera team are Ben Affleck and Matt Damon as producers.
The film's star-studded ensemble includes Michael Stuhlbarg, Paul Walter Hauser, Ving Rhames, Alfred Molina, Toby Jones, Jack Harlow, and Ron Perlman.
Boston Nostalgia for Damon and Liman
For Matt Damon, working on “The Instigators” meant stepping back into familiar territory. Working with Doug Liman and Casey Affleck in Boston was an irresistible lure for Damon, who stated that he thoroughly enjoyed the incredible characters created by Affleck and McLean.
It's been almost twenty years since Matt Damon worked with Liman on “The Bourne Identity”. Now they have reunited, and it's obvious the mutual respect and admiration they share. According to Damon, Liman refuses to stop until the movie is as good as it can be. That, he says, is the best possible thing you can feel from a director.
Coming Soon!
You don't have to wait much longer to dive into the fast-paced world of “The Instigators”. The film is set to hit select theaters on August 2. If you prefer your couch to a cinema seat, don't sweat it. The movie will start streaming globally on Apple TV+ from August 9! So, mark your calendars and prepare for a thrilling heist adventure.
