The Instigators (2024) is a heist comedy directed by Doug Liman, featuring Matt Damon and Casey Affleck as two unlikely partners entangled in a chaotic robbery. The film had a limited theatrical release in the United States on August 2, 2024, followed by a global streaming debut on Apple TV+ on August 9, 2024 .

Set against the backdrop of a Boston mayoral election night, the story follows Rory (Matt Damon), a desperate father, and Cobby (Casey Affleck), an ex-con, who team up to rob corrupt Mayor Joseph Miccelli’s illicit earnings. Their plan unravels disastrously, leading to a city-wide chase involving police, crime bosses, and bureaucrats. They enlist the help of Rory’s therapist, Dr. Donna Rivera (Hong Chau), as they navigate a series of misadventures to evade capture and expose political corruption .

In September 2024, Matt Damon and Casey Affleck revealed they were in early discussions with Apple executives about a potential sequel, with Doug Liman possibly returning as director .