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Ben Affleck

Ben Affleck is an American actor and filmmaker who started his career as a child actor on the PBS series *The Voyage of the Mimi*. He gained recognition through roles in independent films like *Dazed and Confused* and Kevin Smith comedies, such as *Chasing Amy*. Affleck has received numerous awards, including two Academy Awards, two BAFTAs, and three Golden Globes, solidifying his place in the entertainment industry.

1966: Guilty pleasure of a 1966 Chevelle

Ben Affleck mentioned that his guilty pleasure was a "1966 Chevelle".

August 15, 1972: Ben Affleck's Birth

On August 15, 1972, Benjamin Géza Affleck was born. He would later become an American actor and filmmaker.

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1979: Setting of "Argo"

In 2012, Ben Affleck directed and starred in "Argo", a film which tells the story of the CIA plan to save six U.S. diplomats during the 1979 Iran hostage crisis.

1981: First Appearance in "The Dark End of the Street"

In 1981, at the age of seven, Ben Affleck first appeared in an independent film, "The Dark End of the Street", directed by a family friend.

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1984: Starring in "The Voyage of the Mimi"

In 1984, Ben Affleck began his career as a child actor, starring in the PBS educational series "The Voyage of the Mimi".

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1986: Appearing in "Wanted: A Perfect Man"

In 1986, Ben Affleck appeared in the ABC after school special "Wanted: A Perfect Man".

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1987: Appearing in "Hands of a Stranger"

In 1987, Ben Affleck appeared in the television film "Hands of a Stranger".

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1988: Acting in "The Voyage of the Mimi"

In 1988, Ben Affleck continued his role in the PBS educational series "The Voyage of the Mimi", marking the end of his run on the show.

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1988: Birth of Joe Kindregan

Joe Kindregan, who Ben Affleck befriended in 1998, was born in 1988.

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1989: Appearing in a Burger King commercial

In 1989, Ben Affleck appeared in a Burger King commercial.

1991: Appearing in "Daddy"

In 1991, Ben Affleck played Patrick Duffy's son in the television film "Daddy".

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1992: Appearance in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer"

In 1992, Ben Affleck made an uncredited appearance as a basketball player in the "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" film and had a supporting role in "School Ties".

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1992: Registered to vote as a Democrat

In 1992, Ben Affleck registered to vote as a Democrat.

1992: Damon Writes Script for Playwriting Class

In 1992, Matt Damon wrote a 40-page script for a playwriting class at Harvard University, which later became the basis for "Good Will Hunting".

1993: Appearance in "Dazed and Confused"

In 1993, Ben Affleck appeared in the independent comedy film "Dazed and Confused".

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1993: Roles in "Against the Grain" and "Dazed and Confused"

In 1993, Ben Affleck played a high school quarterback in the NBC television series "Against the Grain" and appeared in Richard Linklater's "Dazed and Confused".

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1994: Selling "Good Will Hunting" Screenplay

In 1994, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon sold their screenplay for "Good Will Hunting" to Castle Rock when Affleck was 22 years old.

1994: Acting in "Body to Die For: The Aaron Henry Story"

In 1994, Ben Affleck played a steroid-abusing high school football player in "Body to Die For: The Aaron Henry Story".

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1995: Starring in "Glory Daze" and "Mallrats"

In 1995, Ben Affleck had his first starring film role in "Glory Daze" and also played a bully in Kevin Smith's comedy "Mallrats".

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1997: Winning an Academy Award for "Good Will Hunting"

In 1997, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for writing "Good Will Hunting", in which they also starred.

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1997: Good Will Hunting wins Academy Award

In 1997, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon won the Golden Globe and Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for "Good Will Hunting". At 25, Affleck became the youngest person to win an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay.

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1997: Appearance in "Chasing Amy"

In 1997, Ben Affleck appeared in Kevin Smith's comedy film "Chasing Amy".

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1997: Starring in "Chasing Amy" and "Going All the Way"

In 1997, Ben Affleck starred in Kevin Smith's "Chasing Amy", marking his breakthrough, and also appeared in "Going All the Way".

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1997: Rose McGowan's Allegations and Affleck's Response

In 1997, following an alleged sexual assault by Harvey Weinstein during the Sundance Film Festival, actress Rose McGowan claimed she told Ben Affleck about the incident. According to McGowan, Affleck responded by saying he told Weinstein to stop. Later, Affleck denied witnessing the alleged assault, leading to a public disagreement between them.

1997: Success of "Good Will Hunting"

In 1997, the success of "Good Will Hunting", which Ben Affleck co-wrote and acted in, marked a turning point in his career.

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1998: Release of "Armageddon"

In 1998, "Armageddon" was released, establishing Ben Affleck as a viable leading man for Hollywood studio films.

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1998: Founding Pearl Street Films

In 1998, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon set up Pearl Street Films, named after the street that ran between their childhood homes.

1998: Role in "Shakespeare in Love" and "Phantoms"

In 1998, Ben Affleck had a supporting role in the period romantic comedy "Shakespeare in Love" and appeared in the supernatural horror film "Phantoms".

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1998: Befriended Joe Kindregan

In 1998, while filming "Forces of Nature", Ben Affleck befriended ten-year-old Joe Kindregan, who had ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T), and his family, leading to his active involvement in fundraising for A-T research.

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1999: Roles in "Dogma", "Forces of Nature", and "200 Cigarettes"

In 1999, Ben Affleck reunited with Matt Damon in "Dogma", starred in "Forces of Nature" with Sandra Bullock, and appeared in "200 Cigarettes".

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1999: Foreword for "Guardian Devil"

In 1999, Ben Affleck, a longtime comic book fan, wrote a foreword for Kevin Smith's "Guardian Devil" about his love for the character of Daredevil.

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2000: Co-founding LivePlanet

In 2000, Ben Affleck co-founded LivePlanet with Sean Bailey and Chris Moore, aiming to integrate the Internet into mainstream television and film production.

2000: Spoke at Harvard University rally

In 2000, Ben Affleck spoke at a rally at Harvard University in support of an increased living wage for all workers on campus, where his father had worked as a janitor.

2000: Starring in Multiple Films

In 2000, Ben Affleck starred in "Reindeer Games", "Boiler Room", "Joseph: King of Dreams" and "Bounce".

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2000: Starring in "Reindeer Games"

In 2000, Ben Affleck starred in the action crime thriller "Reindeer Games".

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2000: Supported Al Gore for president

In 2000, Ben Affleck supported Al Gore in the presidential campaign, attending rallies in California, Pennsylvania, and Florida, but he was unable to vote due to a registration issue.

2000: Expressed pro-choice views

In a 2000 interview, Ben Affleck stated his strong belief in a woman's right to choose.

2001: Testified before House Appropriations Subcommittee

In 2001, Ben Affleck and Joe Kindregan testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health & Human Services, and Education, advocating for stem-cell research and increased funding for the National Institutes of Health.

2001: Starring in "Pearl Harbor" and "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back"

In 2001, Ben Affleck starred in "Pearl Harbor" and made appearances in "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back" and "Daddy and Them".

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2001: Starring in "Pearl Harbor"

In 2001, Ben Affleck starred in the war drama "Pearl Harbor".

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2002: Supported Anti-Nuclear Terrorism Prevention Act

In 2002, Ben Affleck appeared at a press conference with New York Senator Chuck Schumer in support of a proposed Anti-Nuclear Terrorism Prevention Act.

2002: Narrated 'Occupation' documentary

In 2002, Ben Affleck narrated a documentary, "Occupation", about a sit-in organized by the Harvard Living Wage Campaign.

2002: Starring in "The Sum of All Fears" and "Changing Lanes"

In 2002, Ben Affleck starred in "The Sum of All Fears", "Changing Lanes", and also appeared in "The Third Wheel".

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2002: Starring in "The Sum of All Fears"

In 2002, Ben Affleck starred in the thriller "The Sum of All Fears".

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2002: Nomination for Primetime Emmy Award and Film Production Deal with Disney

In 2002, Project Greenlight was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program. Affleck and his partners signed a film production deal with Disney, Affleck and Bailey created the ABC mystery drama series Push, Nevada.

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2003: Criticized the Patriot Act

In 2003, Ben Affleck criticized the "questionable and aggressive" use of the Patriot Act and its "encroachments on civil liberties".

2003: Initial Intention to Adapt Dennis Lehane's Story

In 2003, Ben Affleck first mentioned his intention to adapt Dennis Lehane's story for "Gone Baby Gone."

2003: Starring in "Daredevil", "Gigli" and "Paycheck"

In 2003, Ben Affleck starred in three films: "Daredevil" as a blind superhero, which was commercially successful but critically mixed; "Gigli", a romantic comedy co-starring Jennifer Lopez, which was almost universally panned; and "Paycheck", a sci-fi thriller where he played a reverse engineer.

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2003: Increased Media Attention Due to Relationship with Jennifer Lopez

In 2003, Ben Affleck was the subject of increased media attention due to his relationship with Jennifer Lopez, leading to him becoming the "world's most over-exposed actor".

2003: Inappropriate Behavior on TRL Uncensored

In 2003, during an on-air appearance on TRL Uncensored, Ben Affleck allegedly behaved inappropriately towards actress Hilarie Burton, who stated that Affleck "wraps his arm around me, and comes over and tweaks my left boob". Affleck later apologized for his actions.

2004: Press conference with Ted Kennedy

In 2004, Ben Affleck and Senator Ted Kennedy held a press conference on Capitol Hill to advocate for an increase in the minimum wage.

2004: Expressed support for legalizing gay marriage

In 2004, Ben Affleck expressed long-time support for legalizing gay marriage and criticized the suggestion that transgender individuals were not entitled to equal rights.

2004: Expressed support for Second Amendment

In 2004, Ben Affleck expressed support for the Second Amendment.

2004: Starring in "Jersey Girl" and "Surviving Christmas"

In 2004, Ben Affleck starred in "Jersey Girl" and "Surviving Christmas", both of which received poor critical reviews, and the negative press coverage began to affect him, leading to a career break. The Los Angeles Times published an article on the decline of Affleck's career in late 2004.

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2004: Involved in John Kerry's presidential campaign

In 2004, Ben Affleck was involved in John Kerry's presidential campaign, speaking at the Democratic National Convention, appearing on political discussion shows, attending fundraising events, and traveling with Kerry during his Believe in America Tour.

2004: Nomination for Primetime Emmy Award

In 2004, Project Greenlight was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program.

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2005: Appeared in PFLAG advertising campaign

In 2005, Ben Affleck appeared alongside his gay cousin in a Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) print advertising campaign.

2005: Nomination for Primetime Emmy Award

In 2005, Project Greenlight was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program.

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2006: Supported Proposition 87

In 2006, Ben Affleck appeared with then-Senator Barack Obama at a rally in support of California's Proposition 87, which aimed to reduce petroleum consumption and promote alternative energy.

2006: Career Comeback and Awards

In 2006, Ben Affleck began a career comeback with his performance in "Hollywoodland", for which he won the Volpi Cup at the Venice Film Festival and was nominated for a Golden Globe. He also appeared in "Clerks II", "Man About Town", and "Smokin' Aces".

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2006: Winning the Volpi Cup for "Hollywoodland"

In 2006, Ben Affleck portrayed George Reeves in the biopic "Hollywoodland", winning the Volpi Cup for Best Actor.

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2006: Golden Globe Nomination for Hollywoodland

In 2006, Ben Affleck received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in "Hollywoodland", marking recognition for his acting abilities.

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2006: Last Contact with Kevin Smith since Clerks II

In 2019, Ben Affleck made a cameo in "Jay and Silent Bob Reboot", having had little contact with Kevin Smith since the making of Clerks II in 2006.

2007: Traveled in Congo region before founding Eastern Congo Initiative

Between 2007 and early 2010, Ben Affleck traveled in the Congo region, which eventually led to co-founding the Eastern Congo Initiative in 2010 with Whitney Williams.

2007: Expiration of Film Production Deal with Disney

In 2007, Ben Affleck and LivePlanet's film production deal with Disney expired.

2007: Appeared in global warming awareness video

In 2007, Ben Affleck appeared in a global warming awareness video produced by the Center for American Progress Action Fund, while admitting he was not "particularly good at being green".

2007: Filmed PSA for Divided We Fail campaign

In 2007, Ben Affleck filmed a public service announcement for Divided We Fail, a nonpartisan AARP campaign seeking affordable, quality healthcare for all Americans.

2007: Appearance at Greater Boston Food Bank

In 2007, Ben Affleck made an appearance at the Greater Boston Food Bank.

2007: Directorial Debut with "Gone Baby Gone"

In 2007, Ben Affleck made his directorial debut with "Gone Baby Gone", which he also co-wrote and which was well received.

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2007: Supported SEIU's unionization efforts

In 2007, Ben Affleck spoke at a press conference at Boston's City Hall in support of SEIU's unionization efforts for the city's low-paid hospital workers.

2007: Keynote speaker at Kindregan's high school graduation

In 2007, Ben Affleck was the keynote speaker at Joe Kindregan's high school graduation ceremony in Fairfax, Virginia.

2008: Supported Writers' Strike picketers

During the Writers' Strike in 2008, Ben Affleck voiced his support for the picketers.

2008: Appearance at Denver Food Bank

In 2008, Ben Affleck made an appearance at a Denver food bank to support Feeding America.

2008: Expressed concern about Obama conspiracy theories

In 2008, Ben Affleck voiced concern about conspiracy theories claiming Barack Obama was an Arab or Muslim and the acceptance of those ideas as legitimate slurs.

2008: The 2008 financial crisis

In 2010, Ben Affleck starred in "The Company Men" as a sales executive affected by the 2008 financial crisis.

2009: Acting Roles in Three Films

In 2009, Ben Affleck acted in three films: "He's Just Not That Into You", "State of Play", and "Extract", receiving mixed reviews for his performances.

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2009: Filmed PSA for Paralyzed Veterans of America

In 2009, Ben Affleck filmed public service announcements for Paralyzed Veterans of America.

2009: Denounced Israeli invasion of Gaza

In 2009, Ben Affleck reportedly denounced the Israeli invasion of Gaza at a Washington party.

2009: Spoke at Feeding America rally

In 2009, Ben Affleck spoke at a Feeding America rally in Washington D.C.

2010: Directing and Starring in "The Town"

In 2010, Ben Affleck directed and starred in the crime drama "The Town", which was a critical and commercial success.

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2010: Filmed public service announcement for Feeding America

In 2010, Ben Affleck filmed a public service announcement for the charity Feeding America.

2010: Starring in "The Company Men"

In 2010, Ben Affleck starred in "The Company Men" as a sales executive affected by the 2008 financial crisis. His performance was highly praised.

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2010: Co-founded Eastern Congo Initiative

In 2010, after traveling in the region between 2007 and early 2010, Ben Affleck and Whitney Williams co-founded the nonprofit organization Eastern Congo Initiative (ECI).

2011: Launched Feeding America's Small Change Campaign

In 2011, Ben Affleck and Ellen DeGeneres launched Feeding America's Small Change Campaign. That same year, he co-wrote an article for The Huffington Post, highlighting food insecurity issues.

2012: Directing and Starring in "Argo"

In 2012, Ben Affleck directed and starred in "Argo", which won several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Picture. Affleck himself won Best Director at the Golden Globes and BAFTAs.

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2012: Winning Awards for "Argo"

In 2012, Ben Affleck directed and starred in the political thriller "Argo", winning the BAFTA Award for Best Director, and the BAFTA and Academy Award for Best Picture.

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2012: Praised Senator John McCain's defense of Huma Abedin

In 2012, Ben Affleck praised Senator John McCain's leadership in defending Huma Abedin against anti-Muslim attacks.

2012: Admitted to owning guns

In 2012, Ben Affleck said that he owned several guns for skeet shooting and family protection.

2012: Supported Draw the Line campaign

In 2012, Ben Affleck supported the Draw the Line campaign, describing reproductive rights as fundamental.

2012: Joe Kindregan appeared as an extra in Argo

In 2012, Joe Kindregan appeared as an extra in the film "Argo".

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2012: Argo Wins Accolades

In 2012, the film "Argo", directed by, co-produced by, and starring Ben Affleck, achieved significant acclaim. Affleck won the Golden Globe Award, BAFTA, and Directors Guild Award for Best Director. Additionally, the film won the Golden Globe Award, BAFTA, the Producers Guild Award, and the Academy Award for Best Picture.

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2013: Matched donations for A-T Children's Project

In 2013, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner matched donations made to the A-T Children's Project in celebration of Joe Kindregan's 25th birthday and their 15 years of friendship. Affleck also appeared in the documentary "CinemAbility".

2013: Roles in "To the Wonder" and "Runner Runner"

In 2013, Ben Affleck played a romantic lead in "To the Wonder" and a poker boss in "Runner Runner", with his performance in the latter being considered a highlight.

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2014: Finding Your Roots Appearance

In 2014, Ben Affleck appeared on the PBS genealogy series Finding Your Roots. During the show, he was informed that one of his ancestors had been a slave owner in Georgia, which made him uncomfortable. Leaked emails from 2015 later revealed that Affleck was uneasy about this segment, and it was ultimately omitted from the final broadcast.

2014: Discussed Islam on 'Real Time with Bill Maher'

In 2014, Ben Affleck engaged in a widely shared discussion about the relationship between liberal principles and Islam during an appearance on "Real Time with Bill Maher."

2014: Regret over Daredevil film

In 2014, Ben Affleck expressed regret about making the film "Daredevil".

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2014: Filmed PSA for Paralyzed Veterans of America

In 2014, Ben Affleck filmed public service announcements for Paralyzed Veterans of America, marking his second involvement with the organization.

2014: Named '1966 Chevelle' as guilty pleasure

In 2014, Ben Affleck named "a 1966 Chevelle" as his guilty pleasure.

2014: Starring in "Gone Girl"

In 2014, Ben Affleck starred in David Fincher's psychological thriller "Gone Girl" as a husband accused of murder. His performance was critically acclaimed.

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2014: Alleged incident at Golden Globes party

In 2014, makeup artist Annamarie Tendler accused Ben Affleck of grabbing her buttocks at a Golden Globes party, alleging that "He tried to play it like he was politely moving me out of the way."

2015: Death of friend Joe Kindregan

Ben Affleck's friend Joe Kindregan, who had ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T), passed away in 2015.

2015: "Project Greenlight" resurrected by HBO

In 2015, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's "Project Greenlight" was revived by HBO for a season.

2015: Sony email hacking scandal

In 2015, leaked emails from the Sony email hacking scandal revealed that Ben Affleck was uncomfortable about a segment in the PBS show 'Finding Your Roots' where he learned about a slave-owner ancestor. The segment was not included in the final broadcast, leading to controversy and an internal investigation by PBS.

October 2016: Live reading of "Good Will Hunting" screenplay

In October 2016, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon made a one-off stage appearance for a live reading of the "Good Will Hunting" screenplay at New York's Skirball Theater.

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2016: Endorsed Rezpect Our Water petition

In 2016, Ben Affleck filmed an endorsement for Rezpect Our Water, an online petition to stop construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline.

2016: Playing Batman in the DC Extended Universe

In 2016, Ben Affleck played the superhero Batman in the DC Extended Universe and starred in the thriller "The Accountant".

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2016: Batman and The Accountant

In 2016, Ben Affleck starred as Batman in "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" and made a cameo in "Suicide Squad". He also starred in "The Accountant", which was a commercial success.

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2017: Release of Justice League

In 2017, Ben Affleck returned as Batman in "Justice League", which received mixed reviews and was a difficult on-set experience for him due to various issues.

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2017: Stepping Down From "The Batman"

In 2017, amidst an alcoholism relapse, Ben Affleck did not work. He stepped down as director, writer, and star of "The Batman" and postponed filming of "Triple Frontier" for health treatment.

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2017: MeToo Movement Allegations

In 2017, during the MeToo movement, Ben Affleck was accused of inappropriate behavior by two women. Actress Hilarie Burton recounted an incident from 2003 where Affleck allegedly touched her inappropriately during a TRL Uncensored appearance, and Annamarie Tendler accused Affleck of grabbing her buttocks at a 2014 Golden Globes party.

2017: Reflected on Islam discussion on 'Real Time with Bill Maher'

In a 2017 Guardian interview, Ben Affleck reflected on the viral moment during his 2014 appearance on 'Real Time with Bill Maher', reiterating his belief that no one should be stereotyped based on race or religion.

2018: Relapsed during pre-production of "The Way Back"

In 2018, Ben Affleck relapsed during the pre-production of "The Way Back" and subsequently went to rehab. The movie was shot shortly after he left rehab, and he was accompanied to set by a sober coach.

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2018: Filming of "The Last Thing He Wanted"

In mid-2018, Ben Affleck filmed his part in "The Last Thing He Wanted".

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2019: Release of "Triple Frontier" and Cameo in "Jay and Silent Bob Reboot"

In 2019, "Triple Frontier" was released, and Ben Affleck made a cameo in "Jay and Silent Bob Reboot", having had little contact with Kevin Smith since 2006.

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2019: Affleck expresses support for Rose McGowan

In 2019, Ben Affleck stated in an interview that he believes Rose McGowan and supports her, admiring her tenacity. This came after previous allegations from McGowan regarding Affleck's knowledge of Harvey Weinstein's actions.

2020: Expressed discomfort with past gun range visits

In 2020, Ben Affleck expressed discomfort with past trips to gun ranges as a young adult, considering subsequent tragedies with young people and guns.

2020: Release of "The Last Thing He Wanted"

In 2020, Ben Affleck played a supporting role in "The Last Thing He Wanted", which received negative reviews.

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2020: Starred in "The Way Back"

In 2020, Ben Affleck starred in "The Way Back" as a recovering alcoholic, receiving widespread praise. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Warner Bros. made the movie available to view-on-demand earlier than scheduled.

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2020: McGowan Clarifies Comments

In 2020, Rose McGowan clarified her earlier comments regarding Ben Affleck's involvement in the Harvey Weinstein situation, stating that she never directly told Affleck she was raped but aimed to illustrate the broader issue of widespread awareness and complicity.

2021: Supporting Roles in "The Last Duel" and "The Tender Bar"

In 2021, Ben Affleck had supporting roles in the dramas "The Last Duel" and "The Tender Bar".

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2021: Critics' Choice Awards Nomination and Justice League Scene

In 2021, Ben Affleck received a Best Actor nomination at the Critics' Choice Awards for "The Way Back." Also in 2021, Snyder's director's cut of Justice League featured a newly filmed scene with Affleck.

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2021: Golden Globe Nomination for The Tender Bar

In 2021, Ben Affleck received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in "The Tender Bar", further acknowledging his acting talent.

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2022: Starred in 'Deep Water' and cameo in 'Clerks III'

In 2022, Ben Affleck starred alongside Ana de Armas in Adrian Lyne's thriller "Deep Water", which was released on Hulu and received largely negative reviews. He also made a cameo appearance in Smith's "Clerks III".

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2023: Supporting Role and Directing "Air"

In 2023, Ben Affleck had a supporting role in the drama "Air", which he also directed.

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2023: Signed Artists4Ceasefire open letter

In 2023, Ben Affleck signed the Artists4Ceasefire open letter calling for a ceasefire during the Israeli bombardment of Gaza.

2023: Premiere of 'Air' and roles in 'Hypnotic' and 'The Flash'

In 2023, Ben Affleck's fifth directorial project, "Air," premiered to positive reviews. He also starred as a detective in Robert Rodriguez's action thriller "Hypnotic" and made a cameo appearance as Batman in the film "The Flash".

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2025: Starring in 'The Accountant 2'

In 2025, Ben Affleck is set to star in the action thriller "The Accountant 2".

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