"Good Will Hunting" is a 1997 American drama film directed by Gus Van Sant, written by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. The film follows Will Hunting (Matt Damon), a troubled but brilliant young man working as a janitor at MIT. He anonymously solves a complex math problem, leading to his talent being discovered by Professor Gerald Lambeau (Stellan Skarsgård). To avoid jail time after assaulting a police officer, Will agrees to study under Lambeau and attend therapy sessions with Sean Maguire (Robin Williams). Through therapy, Will confronts his past and relationships. The film explores themes of human connection, trauma, and facing life's uncertainties. It was released on December 5, 1997.
- Director: Gus Van Sant
- Matt Damon as Will Hunting
- Robin Williams as Sean Maguire
- Ben Affleck as Chuckie Sullivan
- Minnie Driver as Skylar
- Stellan Skarsgård as Professor Gerald Lambeau
- Casey Affleck as Morgan O'Mally
- Cole Hauser as Billy McBride
"Good Will Hunting" was a commercial success, grossing $225.9 million worldwide against a budget of $10–16 million. The film received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for Williams' performance and Affleck and Damon's screenplay.
- Rotten Tomatoes: 98%
- Rotten Tomatoes audience score: 93%
At the 70th Academy Awards, it received nine nominations and won Best Supporting Actor (Robin Williams) and Best Original Screenplay (Affleck and Damon).
