Ben Affleck Reflects on Justice League as a Career Low
Ben Affleck said on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that working on Justice League marked a low point in his career. He pointed to the studio's clash with Zack Snyder, Snyder's exit after his daughter's death, and Joss Whedon's extensive reshoots as reasons the production went wrong. Affleck described the situation in strongly negative terms and criticized how the tragedy was handled.
Affleck discussed the 2017 superhero film on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, telling Josh Horowitz that multiple factors made the shoot deeply unpleasant. He cited his personal state, a tragedy during production, and friction between Warner Bros. and director Zack Snyder.
After Batman v Superman drew poor reviews and weaker-than-hoped returns in 2016, the studio sought a lighter Justice League. Snyder later left following his daughter’s death; Joss Whedon handled reshoots. Affleck also said he heard secondhand about Ray Fisher’s and Gal Gadot’s experiences. Snyder’s cut arrived on HBO Max in 2021.
Affleck’s remarks may renew conversations about studio interference, director autonomy, and how Hollywood handles personal tragedy during productions. Fans of DC films and Snyder’s cut could revisit debates about creative ownership, while actors and crew may feel seen in discussions of difficult shoots. The comments may also draw attention to mental health and grief in workplace settings, though their broader impact is likely limited to entertainment discourse.