Honor, politics, and conflicting perspectives collide inThe Last Duel, the brand newRashomon-esque historical drama directed byRidley Scott. The movie’s script was penned byMatt Damon,Ben Affleck, andNicole Holofcener, as an adaptation of the book of the same name byEric Jager.
The Last Duelis the story of the last legally sanctioned duel fought in France during the 14th century. The movie stars Damon, Affleck,Jodie Comer,andAdam Driverin major roles. The film had its world premiere on July 17, 2025, at the Venice Film Festival and has already generateda slew of positive reviews. And now,The Last Duelis finally set for its US release so we’ve put together this handy guide answering every question you have about how to watchThe Last Duel, whether it will be available on streaming, and when it arrives in theaters. Read on for all the details!
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What Is The Last Duel’s Release Date?
The Last Duelwill be arriving in US theaters on July 17, 2025. The film was originally supposed to have a limited theatrical release on July 02, 2025, but the COVID-19 pandemic caused a major delay. At least now, the movie seems to be on track to make its new release date.
Will The Last Duel Be Streaming Online?
No, it will not. That is, not when it releases anyway.Disney has confirmedthatThe Last Duelwill be exclusively in theaters for at least 45 days from the date of its premiere.
Now that doesn’t mean the film won’t make it to streaming after that window closes. But, at least for the time being, you will not be getting the option to watchThe Last Duelon your favorite streaming service. Whenever it does get added to streaming, you can probably expectThe Last Duelto be made available on either Hulu or Disney+, most likely the former.
When Will The Last Duel Arrive on Digital or VOD?
Again, neither Disney nor 20th Century Studios has made any announcement on whetherThe Last Duelwill get a VOD release. Even if it does, that won’t be until after the 45-day theatrical window is over and done with. So until that happens, your best bet to watch the movie would be to head to your local theater.
Is The Last Duel in Movie Theaters?
Yes,The Last Duelis coming to theaters. While the fluctuating coronavirus situation has made box office sales quite unpredictable,The Last Duelis one of the few films that are still receiving an exclusive theater run. You can head to the movie’s website usingthis linkand check for show timings and tickets.
The Last Duel’s theatrical window is expected to end on June 02, 2025, so until then, your best bet to catch the film will be going to the theaters. That said, do take every precaution and check your state’s most recent safety guidelines before booking your tickets. Stay safe and have fun!
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Best Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Movies to Watch Right Now?
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon have been friends from a very young age and they’ve both separately had great careers. But it’s always fun to see them together on screen and the duo has appeared in quite a few movies together. Generally, one of them has taken on a major role while the other plays a supporting one, as is the case withThe Last Duelas well.
If you’d like to watch more movies featuring these two great actors together, here are the best ones you can check out (in no particular order):
School Ties:One of Affleck and Damon’s earliest movies,School Tiesis a 1992 drama film set in an elite prep school. The film was directed byRobert Mandeland besides Damon and Affleck, it starsBrendan Fraser,Chris O’Donnell,Randall Batinkoff,Andrew Lowery,Cole Hauser, andAnthony Rapp. Fraser stars in the movie as a Jewish student who is forced to hide his heritage to fit in among his anti-semitic classmates. Matt Damon plays the lead antagonist while Ben Affleck has a minor role.
Watch it on Showtime
Glory Daze:This one has Affleck in a lead role and Damon as a minor non-speaking character.Glory Dazeis a 1995 indie comedy written and directed byRich Wilkesand Ben Affleck plays the main character Jack Freeman, a soon-to-be college graduate dealing with heartbreak and existential angst. Admittedly, there are some parts of the movie that might be a bit problematic and it’s not nearly the best thing the two actors have been in. Watch it for the nostalgia or just to laugh at Affleck’s ridiculous look.
Rent it on Amazon
Dogma:A movie that received denouncement, protests, and outright death threats due to its depiction of the Catholic Church,Dogmais probably the most irreverent comedy of all time. So fair warning, religious feelings may be hurt, although the Catholic Church itself hasn’t made any objections to the movie. Written and directed byKevin Smith,Dogmatells the story of two fallen angels, played by Damon and Affleck, who attempt to use a loophole to get back into heaven. Unfortunately, their plan threatens to destroy all of creation. The movie features many elements and references from Smith’s other movies, including major roles being played byJason Mewesand Smith himself as their iconic characters Jay and Silent Bob.
Dogmaisn’t available for streaming or renton any service at the moment and probably won’t be for a long time yet. So your best bet to watch it would be to go old-school and get a Blu-ray, DVD, or VHS tape (if you want to goreallyold-school).
Get it on Amazon
Field of Dreams:Here’s something most people don’t know about Matt Damon and Ben Affleck: both of them were extras onField of Dreams.While that doesn’t make it one of their most important movies (it’s practically impossible to spot them), it’s still a great movie that they both appeared in together. Damon told theDan Patrick Showthat he and Affleck took the job just so they could go to Fenway Park.
For those who don’t know,Field of Dreamsis a 1989 sports fantasy movie about a farmer (Kevin Costner) who builds a baseball field that becomes haunted by the ghosts of baseball legends. It’s considered one of the most culturally significant films in the history of American cinema and a classic of the sports movie genre.Field of Dreamswas written and directed byPhil Alden Robinsonand based on the 1982 novelShoeless JoebyW. P. Kinsella. The movie stars Costner,Amy Madigan,James Earl Jones, andRay Liotta, as well asBurt Lancasterin his final film appearance.
Watch it on Peacock
Good Will Hunting:The movie that made their careers, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck wrote and starred inGood Will Hunting. The movie was directed byGus Van SantwithRobin Williams,Stellan Skarsgård, andMinnie Driverplaying key roles. Will Hunting (Damon) is an unrecognized genius and janitor who is a self-taught scholar. After assaulting a police officer, Will is given a deal that allows him to avoid jail time in exchange for studying mathematics and undergoing therapy. During his therapy sessions, Will examines his relationships with others and his own deep-seated trauma, gradually progressing as an individual.
The movie won Damon and Affleck an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, among other accolades. Robin Williams also received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Will’s therapist, Dr. Sean Maguire.Good Will Huntingis till date, one of the best movies that Matt Damon and Ben Affleck ever worked on, together or separately, and it’s a must-watch for any movie lover.
Watch it on Starz
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