Matt Damon is a celebrated actor known for his lead roles, but he has also mastered the art of the cameo—brief appearances that often leave a memorable mark on the audience. Here’s a look at his top 10 cameos that have had us both surprised and delighted.

1. “Finding Forrester” (2000)

A young Matt Damon briefly appears as a lawyer in Gus Van Sant’s film. His role as Steven Sanderson showcases his ability to make even small roles memorable.

2. “Youth Without Youth” (2007)

Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, Damon’s unexpected appearance in this fantasy drama adds an intriguing layer to an already mysterious narrative.

3. “Che: Part Two” (2008)

As a German priest in Steven Soderbergh’s biographical film, Damon brings a brief but potent presence in a pivotal scene that assists in the storytelling of Che Guevara’s later life.

4. “Thor: Ragnarok” (2017)

In one of the funniest cameos, Damon plays an Asgardian actor impersonating Loki in a play within the movie, injecting humor into the Marvel Cinematic Universe with his over-the-top performance.

5. “EuroTrip” (2004)

As the tattooed lead singer of the band performing “Scotty Doesn’t Know,” Damon rocks out in this teen comedy, providing an unforgettable and hilariously raunchy performance.

6. “Interstellar” (2014)

Although not exactly a cameo as it’s more of an uncredited supporting role, Damon’s appearance as Dr. Mann is significant and serves as a turning point in Christopher Nolan’s sci-fi epic.

7. “Jersey Girl” (2004)

Reuniting with Kevin Smith, Damon makes a quick appearance opposite Ben Affleck’s character, PR Exec PR Executive 2—a short yet sharp performance highlighting his comedic timing.

8. “Deadpool 2” (2018)

Under heavy prosthetics and virtually unrecognizable, Damon cameos as a redneck discussing toilet paper—a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment that was one of the most surprising celeb spots in recent memory.

9. “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind” (2002)

In this biographical spy comedy directed by George Clooney, Damon has one of his most understated cameos alongside fellow star Brad Pitt—as two anonymous contestants on the game show ‘The Dating Game.’

10. “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back” (2001)

Perhaps Damon’s most meta cameo occurs as he plays himself playing Will Hunting in “Good Will Hunting 2: Hunting Season.” It’s a perfect example of how he can parody himself with hilarious results.

While these roles may be brief compared to his starring performances, Matt Damon clearly understands the art of leaving a lasting impression with just minutes on screen. His ability to shine in cameos across different genres only further cements his status as one of Hollywood’s most versatile actors.