Ben Affleck says he originally cast his ex-wife Jennifer Garner in a new film, but later recast her. He explains that the decision involved practical considerations related to the project.
In remarks reported by outlets including the Daily Mail, Affleck links the casting choice to his familiarity with Garner and the fit she could bring for the role of his character’s wife. He also highlights that he shares children with Garner—Violet, 20, Fin, 17, and Samuel, 14—suggesting their long-standing personal and professional history informed the early thought process.
The coverage focuses on how the initial casting idea gives way to a later change, though the outlets do not describe full details of why Garner was ultimately replaced. Overall, the articles align on Affleck’s account that he considered Garner first, then recast her, and they present the same basic background information about the couple and their children.
