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From daring heists to superhero showdowns, Ben Affleck’s action-packed filmography is full of hits and misses. Discover which of his thrillers stand out—and which ones fall flat.

A tense, stylish hostage drama unfolds in Dead Man’s Wire, where a desperate man’s actions spark a high-stakes standoff. Discover how Gus Van Sant’s latest film sustains nerve-shredding suspense.

From Cold War intrigue to apocalyptic threats, each Mission: Impossible film sets Ethan Hunt on a new high-stakes challenge. Discover how the franchise’s missions stack up when judged by their actual objectives.