Question 1

True or false: Affleck co-wrote the screenplay for 'Good Will Hunting' with his childhood friend Matt Damon.

Accepted Answer

True. They won the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay in 1998, launching both their careers.

Question 2

True or false: Ben Affleck is a published author of a bestselling novel.

Accepted Answer

False. He has written screenplays, but never published a novel. This myth may stem from his writing credits on 'Good Will Hunting.'

Question 3

True or false: Affleck once turned down the role of Superman in a major film franchise.

Accepted Answer

True. He was offered the role in the early 2000s for what became 'Superman Returns,' but declined due to the script.

Question 4

True or false: Ben Affleck once directed a film that won the Academy Award for Best Picture.

Accepted Answer

True. He directed 'Argo' (2012), which won Best Picture, though he was controversially snubbed for Best Director.

Question 5

True or false: Ben Affleck's middle name is 'Maxwell' after his grandfather.

Accepted Answer

False. His full name is Benjamin Géza Affleck-Boldt. 'Maxwell' is not part of it. A common internet rumor.

Question 6

True or false: Ben Affleck holds a world record for the most consecutive hours spent watching Batman films.

Accepted Answer

False. No such record exists. While he played Batman, this is a fabricated fun fact.

Question 7

True or false: Affleck is a skilled poker player who has won over $1 million in tournaments.

Accepted Answer

False. He's an avid poker player and won a minor tournament, but not millions. He was even banned from one casino for counting cards.

Question 8

True or false: Ben Affleck is a direct descendant of a signer of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.

Accepted Answer

True. He is a descendant of William Ellery, a signer from Rhode Island. His mother's side has deep colonial roots.

Ben Affleck Trivia Questions