Matt Damon is about to dominate the box office with Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, but before that epic lands, fans have a chance to revisit one of his finest supporting roles. The Coen Brothers' True Grit, a stone-cold Western masterpiece, is riding off into the sunset from Peacock on July 1, 2026. If you haven't seen it—or want to relive its gritty brilliance—now's the time to saddle up.
Released in 2010, True Grit is not a remake of the 1969 John Wayne film but a fresh adaptation of Charles Portis' novel. The Coens brought their signature dark humor and meticulous craft to the story of a young girl, Mattie Ross (Hailee Steinfeld), who hires a grizzled U.S. Marshal, Rooster Cogburn (Jeff Bridges), to track down her father's killer. Damon plays LaBoeuf, a Texas Ranger with his own agenda, adding both comic relief and tension. The film earned 10 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, and grossed over $250 million worldwide.
Critics were unanimous in their praise. True Grit holds a 95% Certified Fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes, with the consensus calling it “a worthy companion to the Charles Portis book.” Bridges won the Oscar for Best Actor for his role as Cogburn, and Steinfeld, then just 13, earned a nomination for Best Supporting Actress. The film also features Josh Brolin as the menacing outlaw Tom Chaney, and a cameo from Barry Pepper as Lucky Ned Pepper.
For Damon, True Grit showcased his ability to shine in an ensemble. While he's the lead in The Odyssey, he's also appeared in Nolan's Interstellar and Oppenheimer in supporting roles. His performance here is a reminder of his range, blending humor and grit alongside Bridges' iconic turn. The film is a must-watch for fans of Westerns and Coen Brothers aficionados alike.
After True Grit, the Coens made one more Western, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, before going their separate ways. Joel directed The Tragedy of Macbeth, while Ethan helmed a trilogy of dark comedies. But True Grit remains a high point—a film that honors its source material while feeling distinctly Coen.
If you're looking for more Westerns to stream, check out our Top 10 Blockbuster Westerns list. And for fans of Damon, his upcoming The Odyssey is sure to be a blockbuster, but True Grit is a masterpiece in its own right.
Don't miss your chance to watch True Grit on Peacock before it leaves on July 1, 2026. Stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot for more streaming updates.
