The enduring friendship between Ben Affleck and Matt Damon remains one of Hollywood’s most celebrated bonds. Recently, Affleck shared that his children were extremely excited after visiting Damon on the set of Damon’s upcoming film, The Odyssey, directed by Christopher Nolan. This special visit left a lasting impression on Affleck’s kids, combining family time with a unique glimpse into filmmaking.
Details of the visit revealed on late-night television
Speaking on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Ben Affleck talked about the rare opportunity he had to bring his three children—Violet, 20, Seraphina, 17, and Samuel, 13—to the exclusive set of The Odyssey. Affleck, known for his role in Gone Girl, described how his children usually avoid attending sets due to school commitments, but this occasion was different.
“I did [visit the set] and I’m a huge fan of Chris’,”
Affleck said.
“And you know it’s one of those things where my kids never want to come to the set when I’m working. [I’m] like, ‘Hey guys, we’re doing a thing on the set.’ And they’re like, ‘No, I got school.’ But they were really psyched to come visit this set,”
he shared.
Passion for classical stories enhances the experience
Affleck explained that his middle child, Samuel, has a particular fascination with classical literature, especially The Iliad and The Odyssey. Visiting the set gave him and his siblings a chance to connect their interests with a real-world production inspired by such epic tales. Affleck described the opportunity to expose his children to the art of filmmaking—especially in Nolan’s style—as a proud moment.
He praised Nolan’s filmmaking approach, notably the
“great, epic, in-camera, David Lean kind of films,”
and expressed gratitude for the chance to witness such craftsmanship. Given Nolan’s reputation for keeping his set tightly focused during shoots, Affleck felt honored by the invitation for his family to visit.
Exclusivity of the visit emphasized by Matt Damon
Matt Damon added that during the six months of shooting The Odyssey, Affleck and his children were the only guests allowed on set. This sealed the event’s uniqueness and made the visit even more memorable for Affleck’s family. Additionally, Affleck and Damon appeared together on the show to promote their upcoming Netflix film, The Rip, which is scheduled for release on January 16, 2026.
Significance of the visit and what lies ahead
The visit highlights not only the strong bond between Affleck and Damon but also how Hollywood friendships can create meaningful experiences for their families. For Ben Affleck’s children, this rare look behind the scenes offers a deeper appreciation of their father’s world while connecting them to timeless storytelling through Christopher Nolan’s project. As fans anticipate The Odyssey and The Rip, these moments add a personal layer to the careers of two of Hollywood’s closest collaborators.
.@BenAffleck and his kids visited Matt Damon while filming The Odyssey 🥹 #FallonTonight pic.twitter.com/xJWC8bFqqk
— The Tonight Show (@FallonTonight) January 14, 2026
