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The True Story Behind Netflix's 'The Rip' Featuring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck

Published January 25, 2026, 08:13
The True Story Behind Netflix's 'The Rip' Featuring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck

A raid on a Miami home in 2016 revealed a hidden fortune of $24 million in cash, which inspired the new Netflix thriller, 'The Rip.' Police found the money hidden in orange buckets in the attic of the house, behind a false wall. The investigation began for marijuana trafficking, but led to the discovery of the massive amount of cash, as well as marijuana, anabolic steroids, and a TEC-9 weapon. This story inspired director Joe Carnahan to create 'The Rip,' exploring the tension of a police operation and the psychological weight it carries.