Netflix Breaks Tradition with Performance Bonuses for Affleck and Damon’s ‘The Rip’

Los Angeles, Saturday, 10 January 2026.
In a significant departure from its standard upfront payment model, Netflix has agreed to performance-based bonuses for all 1,200 crew members of the upcoming film “The Rip.” This strategic pivot, negotiated by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, aligns compensation directly with viewership success.