Matt Damon on Good Will Hunting and Getting Michael Jordan's Approval for Air with Ben Affleck

Matt Damon talks about meeting his wife 20 years ago, working with Ben Affleck to get Michael Jordan's approval for their movie Air and going over budget on food trucks for the film set.
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Matt Damon on Good Will Hunting and Getting Michael Jordan's Approval for Air with Ben Affleck
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[@terrancegrant1664]

Matt's ability to be so authentic when acting is awe-inspiring.

[@lizherbst7393]

His promoting/profiting from the crypto debacle is despicable!

[@ChocoLater1]

Except when playing poker with real pros

[@omnitrix1992]

I'm glad they had time for Matt Damon on tonight's show.

[@presentfuture7563]

😂He went with the "good" Jimmy

[@bryannguyen8440]

Nicely put

[@omnitrix1992]

@@presentfuture7563 exactly!

[@marciaz31]

IM sorry i ran out of time so I will not be able to read this ;-)

[@K0m30ng]

Well this Jimmy pretty much accepts everyone 😂😂

[@TashvinS]

Matt Damon And Ben Affleck have been blessed to have this kind of friendship in today's world

[@wordwarrior2350]

In today`s world, a sentence still ends with a period, and the word "and" isn´t written with a capital letter, in the middle of a sentence. I wonder what world you come from. Please go back to the school you escaped from in the middle of nowhere.

[@chuckyinges]

As is Matt's 'friendship' with Jimmy Kimmel

[@wordwarrior2350]

@@chuckyinges And you don`t have a friendship with ending a sentence with a period. They are all "Friends". I call it PR Friends.

[@mamawfrancy]

They got each other's backs that's for sure... 😄

[@wordwarrior2350]

@@mamawfrancy Jimmy, has everybody's back, right.? That`s why they come to his show, to hear him say, "I love your work", and "You are the greatest". Isn`t that the script in his head?

[@happytsezom820]

Don’t know how many times I watched Good Will Hunting - one of my all time favorite movie. Almost can’t wait to see Matt and Ben in ‘Air’, and of course all the other great actors.

[@joanneweiss3864]

Rewatching it tomorrow on Pluto, seeing Air Sunday!

[@thedustyhead]

Matt Damon never disappoints .

[@DonaId_J_Trump]

Or... does he?

[@B-ch6uk]

We'll forgive him for the crypto thing

[@lizherbst7393]

I wish he said we went over budget with the crew! The largely unsung, underpaid, hardworking heroes on the project. Shout out to the crew!! C'mon, Matt!!!

[@uikhan]

​@@lizherbst7393 I think that's what he meant when he said construction. I think he was talking about the set construction crew. Also the food trucks were for the crew as well.

[@B-ch6uk]

@Justawhiteguy1960 Do you know how many people lost a lot of money to crypto?

[@hii9918]

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's friendship stands out in Hollywood when it comes to making film together.

[@Hello-Stoiko]

Really didn’t think 20+ years ago that Damon would be a family man and stayed married without scandals. It’s refreshing to see for celebrities.

[@gonzalogorbalan8817]

Why would you say that? Do you know him personally? You have a great +20 marriage? Maybe you are Just looking for the news of celebrities Breaking up. Theres more people together than Split, fact

[@K0m30ng]

Often times the best and healthy couple in Hollywood are the ones who kept their relationship private and doesn't always show off things in their social media especially in avoiding any dramas. Which is probably the main reason why Damon's marriage has been doing fantastic so far and I respect that

[@B-ch6uk]

@@K0m30ng He also moved his family out of LA because of all the paps invading their lives.

[@light8260]

​@@gonzalogorbalan8817 Even if he gets divorced, that wouldn't change that he's a family man and that he would do it in a private way nothing like the other Hollywood celebrities who expose everything and even call the paparazzi themselves

[@MalphasMikaelson]

@@gonzalogorbalan8817 "Theres more people together than Split, fact" First of all, what the fuck does that even mean? 'Cause if you're talkin' about the world in general clearly you can't know but there are way less successful long lasting relationships than people breaking up that's for sure. And I assume the same goes for celebrities. Plenty of celebrities stay together for 20+ years for sure and then finally divorce, rarely do these relationships last till they are old though.

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

Matt Damon, and Ben affleck is one of my most fav Hollywood friendship two people just building each other up their friendship is so inspiring.

[@lexkanyima2195]

They are unbreakable to each other

[@lexkanyima2195]

@Justawhiteguy1960 i mean they are like Beavis and Butthead

[@EndureFlash]

Matt always seems like a really genuine guy. Love that.

[@lizherbst7393]

Genuinely despicable. His promoting/profiting from the crypto debacle is inexcusable.

[@missyscholl1]

I love Matt Damon so much! ❤

[@jessicacamacho363]

Matt was absolutely amazing in Air. I just watched it. Matt and Ben make such a good duo!!!❤

[@anthonyberry9193]

They both Rocked in Air. You could just see the cast was having a blast. and Michael Jordan's Mom was amazing!

[@zeroforkgiven]

Anyone else think that Matt Damon in his 70's will be one of the worlds best story tellers? He is already great at it.

[@thelawofdivineoneness458]

I went to go see this movie last weekend. My girlfriend and I loved it. Everybody did a great job and Viola was stupendous as always. Michael knew who would be perfect to play his mom. Chris Tucker was also a standout.

[@solarczyk49]

Matt Damon is a great actor and writer. Great respect for the work he brought to the world of cinema.

[@heavenlyvilla8681]

At least one of the Jimmys is happy for Matt to be on his show 😂

[@maryannegunter115]

I love Matt Damon! Great actor, great person!

[@high-defRJ]

Matt should be proud that this interview didn't go through any technical difficulty, glitches, or any filters on himself 🤣

[@o.b.7217]

😄

[@andej8785]

I was just thinking about him on Jimmy Kimmel 😂😂

[@michelleroesken1141]

Wrong Jimmy. You are thinking of Kimmel.

[@DM00SE]

Matt and Ben are awesome. 2 great actors and so much fun.

[@philisiano]

Finally Matt is on the Jimmy’s 😅

[@MrFrmartin]

Just went back and watched their first acceptance speech. Man they were excited then. So happy for them, and wish them the continual success. Love watching all their movies.

[@waiszale]

Definitely was a "Feel Good" movie 🔥🔥👏🏽👏🏽 Loved it

[@iamkaedahara]

I was young when Good Will Hunting was released and when I watche it, it became my fave movie of all time. Matt Damon is my fave actor as well I finished alll his movies and cameo recorded in his Wikipedia. Finally they have a new movie again with Ben!

[@AnnieBe65]

Good Will Hunting is still one of my favorite movies. They're good in everything. I love these guys.

[@NN-lx4mb]

This Jimmy speaks to Matt with respect. ❤

[@ChanChan-ey4ei]

Matt Damon And Ben Affleck are wonderful for making this company together. After the strikes at Disney for the post teams and other awful wage gaps in production. We need more like them.

[@UrsulaPowers]

We saw the movie yesterday and loved it. The audience with us loved it too and applauded several times throughout the film.

[@BeaWalsh]

I wished too we saw it in the theaters 😢

[@manbok2035]

Good Will Hunting still one of the best movies ever!

[@donaldshannon6793]

I can't wait to see the movie. Seeing it tonight. I love the fact that they care about the production people getting paid behind the scenes. They are very charitable. I wish them well in their own studio and hope it succeeds.Everyone should see the movie to support this charitable act!!!!

[@cjfengshui1]

Love Matt Damon! Great actor and great person!

[@mariannabarbowski121]

I still quote how do you like them apples 😂 my favorite line!

[@LAHWF]

9:24 “we haven’t seen super Mario brothers yet” looooool shots fired

[@cutterhale7530]

I saw Air last night and I loved it highly recommend it

[@simonaschmidt]

Until recently I didn't appreciate how good an actor Matt Damon is. And now I am watching all his films!

[@mhaze210]

I like how Matt Damon admits one of the lines people shout to him his the way the puppet says his name in Team America. He always liked that movie because he has a good sense of humor and Trey Parker and Matt Stone like him for that.

[@xeniaduda2973]

Their acceptance speech is one of the best speeches ever😂😂😂 their enthusiasm!

[@zubairrazzaq6271]

One of the Great actor in Hollywood history wonderful list amazing person in Hollywood one only Matt Daman 👍👍👍👍👍

[@jj-if6it]

One thing I love about Matt is he's still stayed so humble.

[@dalemcmartin9201]

I watched the movie last weekend, and I absolutely loved it. Matt Damon is fantastic in it. Hopefully there’ll be another Bourne movie in the future.

[@mmangelsun]

Matt Damon is simply the best. He and Ben making magic again!

[@sandyarmstrong6511]

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MATT DAMON & WIFE❤😂😘😂❤

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

Great interview as always jimmy love Matt Damon he is such a great actor ,and have good sense of humor❤.

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

Can't wait for the movie Air great cast it going to be legendary🏀 🌟.

[@alizevandaalen]

Matt is great, very down to earth!

[@hkchildrenplayrooms]

This clip finally made me make up my mind to go to the theatre to watch this movie!

[@adamschinaski7098]

The film is outstanding. The cast, wow 👌

[@unity1016]

I went to the theater to see this movie. I haven't been to the theater since Mama's House. It didn't hurt that Matt was in it. It was sooo good. I want to go see it in the theater AGAIN.

[@eimisavageofficial9196]

I thought Hollywood lost this king of feel good actor long ago. Glad that we have like matt , tom and Ben that make Hollywood look good outside America. This three are the main reason of Hollywood succes now.

[@mitchlancaster566]

Matt is a gentle giant, in the movie industry

[@sandraweiss261]

Both Ben and Mat are great actors and the movie looks awesome

[@patrick815]

Thanks for making some really meaningful movies

[@TaraZsun]

Good will hunting is one of my top 5 fav movies.

[@laurarichter1780]

It’s nice when jimmy does good interviews with people and movies he likes. He’s 1000x better this way

[@bradmenpes809]

Air is a great film, and I hope Matt and Ben make films together for the rest of their careers.

[@darensavy5014]

Matt Damon is a stand up guy 💪

[@alvaroampudia4382]

If i ever saw matt damon i would ask him to sing "Scottie doesn't know"..... xD

[@Quantum-Omega]

To Matt's credit be is a great guy both in terms of his career and personal life, a very humble and down to earth man.

[@dennishopper2701]

i like Matt. Crazy how time flies. It's been 25 years since the Oscar.

[@vincentmastrangelo1196]

Really great interview can’t wait to see Air

[@marinapico1111]

Thanks to Jimmy Fallon for having this guy on. I know he doesn’t ever have a chance on another late show. So excited for this film. ❤

[@alexanderguzman4710]

The better jimmy always has time for Matt Damon lol 😊

[@eniolaadetimilehin1400]

Great interview.

[@AlMoSiCe210]

Fantastic movie. It deserves some Oscar love. Period

[@sherylsmallwood-valdivia5375]

Only someone like Michael Jordan can demand someone like Viola Davis to portray their mother.

[@Clintsessentials]

It really is terrific! The film 🎥 kept me captivated the whole time!!! Great job Ben & Matt!!! 👍👍👍

[@welllazvdo2216]

Matt is always a class act and definitely knows how to pick his outfit. Especially the 'fit' part...

[@MoritzFischer]

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck are amazing together in this movie! Very good movie.

[@laurencea9005]

I did not want to watch that movie but I have been today. Amazing! Everybody acts well! Great script!

[@patriciavaughan1390]

Such an awesome backstory

[@Search4TruthReality]

Artists' Equity! Yea, pulling the crew above the line! Awesome!

[@anitaroberts5980]

I'm excited to see the film!

[@jmaraboli1394]

Matt damon one of my fav. actors!

[@thishandleisavailable2023]

I’m glad this Jimmy was gracious enough to give him an actual interview for this movie 😂 #iykyk

[@michelleneal6860]

I will never not think of Team America’s “Mattt Damuun!”

[@joanneweiss3864]

Never been into NBA except when my son played til blew out elbow & knee in middle school & he was all about Shaq & Wade. I loved Last Dance bc he said I would.....I can't wait to see this Sunday, esp for Viola 🤩😍

[@DebasishPaul-r8r]

Matt Damon is the best forever. Always brilliant and eye-catching acting. I am a die-heard fan of him 😍😍🥰🥰

[@Whooadizz]

The thumbnail make me almost forgot this is not Kimmel show 😅

[@bryannguyen8440]

Same here

[@meganann3876]

Matt Damon in ‘Dogma’ was one of my favorites

[@sikandaryadav8331]

Man we really need a new Jason Bourne Movie!

[@meyu2876]

well, this was a really good interview Jimmy. Talking about the movie

[@Nightingale34]

Really a great actor. Terrific work in his movies. Thanks for posting, nice interview!! 😊

[@bizerker1497]

Even is HS Matt was always great on whatever he did on stage and always a great person. Never a big ego.

[@bepositive6525]

A true gentleman ❤

[@AnnaBolster-t6u]

Love matt Damon excited actor

[@amyaajones]

Literally just said “how do you like them apples” yesterday! 🤣🤣🤣

[@Tiggity1O]

“It’s only April” 😂

[@susieuramoto7491]

We just saw the movie today and it IS FEEL GOOD…it’s Amazing!!

[@taehyungoppa7208]

LOVE U MATT DAMON!!❤

[@veggigoddess]

It is nice that there's still at least one Jimmy/James on the air that will allow him to be a guest

[@BlakieTT]

MJ the GOAT, Matt Damon - AWESOME, Viola Davis - AWESOME... I wanna see this :>

[@mailinglist2451]

I was in Harvard Square when they had the film crew at Au Bon Pain. Tastees, 31 Ice Cream are all gone now, but I always think of Good Will Hunting whenever I go through that area.

[@jessicahotaling5325]

I love Matt Damon! Solid guy!

[@10acious_D]

I can't see Matt Damon in anything without thinking of Team America

[@fezzik7619]

Then you’re very dim witted

[@JiffyJames85]

"Matt Damon"

[@iamdandman]

Maaaaatt Damooooon

[@markshaw222]

Grow up

[@herlysarmiento9863]

Awesome movie! Highly recommended

[@josephhall1049]

Love Matt and always have ever since Good Will

[@paulaqueiroz2000]

Matt ❤❤❤

[@neguinhaedilene8825]

Muito bom esse programa é de mais 👏👏💜🇧🇷❤️

[@SabinoMassaro-bu9ty]

Wow he's a good actor and he Is also funny!!!!☺️☺️😁😁

[@MoriohAnime]

Literally just watched good will hunting last month

[@myroslavavyshyvaniuk6673]

I love Matt Damon, he is a great actor and a great person❤