Famous actors Matt Damon and Ben Affleck were once extras in a film where Kevin Costner had a role. Costner revealed in an interview with Jimmy Kimmel that the two actors were extras in his 1989 classic baseball film Field of Dreams. The scene was set in Boston’s Fenway Park, and Costner mentioned how Damon and Affleck were seated in the stands, displaying a synchronized mannerism. The actor also shared that he met the two stars during breaks in the shoot, where he noticed their enthusiasm and passion for the craft.
Costner’s interaction with extras on the set of Field of Dreams could be attributed to his own experience as an extra in a film. In a previous interview with Ellen DeGeneres, Costner revealed that he earned his Screen Actors Guild card by appearing as an extra in the 1982 romantic comedy Night Shift. Directed by Ron Howard, the film stars Henry Winkler alongside a young Michael Keaton in his feature film debut. Costner had a role as Frat Boy #1 in a party scene in the movie and recalled the experience with DeGeneres, noting his age at the time and the excitement of the moment.
In the frat boy party scene from Night Shift, Costner’s character is seen holding a cup of beer between his fraternity brothers. The still photo of the scene was shown during Costner’s interview with DeGeneres, where he reminisced about his role and the adrenaline rush he felt at that moment. The scene also featured Henry Winkler’s character discovering the party in the morgue, alongside Shelly Long as a call girl. Costner’s recent projects include starring in the hit TV show Yellowstone and directing and producing the Western epic Horizon: An American Saga, whose first chapter is set to release in theaters soon.
Costner and Keaton, who both started their careers as extras, have gone on to become successful actors with a wide range of roles. Keaton, known for his role as Batman, is set to reprise his iconic role as Beetlejuice in the upcoming sequel Beetlejuice 2 directed by Tim Burton. On the other hand, Costner continues to work on various projects, showcasing his versatility as an actor, director, and producer. The two actors’ journeys from being extras to Hollywood stars highlight the unpredictable and rewarding nature of the film industry, where passion and dedication can lead to great achievements.
