Ben Affleck and Matt Damon put their years of friendship to a cinematic test and came out chart-topping on the other side. Netflix only served as a platform, yet revels in the success.

For Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, The Rip marked their fifteenth film together. Their successful camaraderie, in fact, seems to have rubbed off on this Netflix original.

Released on January 16, 2026, The Rip has managed to peak as Netflix's most popular movie as of January 18, 2026. As per Flix Patrol, the film has left behind Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story and the recent Netflix original, People We Meet on Vacation.

The Rip centers around a Miami police unit as they topple mistrust brewing within their team. The film has managed to retain its position for two whole days since its release, as per Flix Patrol.

Another Netflix original from 2025 has attained immovable success since its release.

Netflix's cementedly popular original

Released on June 20, 2025, Netflix's very own,
KPop Demon Hunters has been the 5th most popular number on the platform. As per Flix Patrol, the movie has retained the position for a total of 205 days.

The Rip has raided the Netflix most popular list as if in the midst of a treasure hunt. As the year proceeds, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's reunion has given Netflix yet another bout of success.

Written by

Adiba Nizami

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Hriddhi Maitra