The countdown to Christmas Day just got a chaotic, high-stakes soundtrack. A24 has officially unveiled the full trailer for “Marty Supreme,” the highly anticipated new film from writer-director Josh Safdie, starring Academy Award-nominee Timothée Chalamet. And if the early festival buzz was electric, this new preview is a full-blown supernova.
Set against the vibrant, restless backdrop of 1950s New York City, “Marty Supreme” is an unconventional sports comedy-drama that thrusts audiences into the obsessive, exhilarating world of professional table tennis. Chalamet plays the titular character, Marty Mauser, a young man whose dream of becoming a global ping-pong superstar is both respected by no one and pursued with terrifying, single-minded intensity.
The Hustle and the Heart of a Prodigy
The trailer, underscored by the iconic ’80s hit “Everybody Wants to Rule the World,” immediately establishes the film’s frenetic, high-octane pulse—a signature of Safdie’s previous work like Uncut Gems. We see Marty not just training, but hustling. His ambition isn’t a simple underdog story; it’s a volatile, almost destructive force that pulls him into a whirlwind of questionable money, run-ins with authority, and an ever-spiraling path toward greatness.
A pivotal scene in the trailer shows Marty’s movie star love interest, Kay Stone (played by the returning Gwyneth Paltrow), confronting him about his unpredictable financial situation. Marty’s unflinching reply: “I live with the confidence that if I believe in myself, the money’ll follow.” This exchange perfectly captures the film’s central tension: the collision between raw talent and the gritty, sometimes illegal, realities of chasing a dream.
An Eclectic All-Star Cast
Safdie has assembled a delightfully eccentric ensemble to surround Chalamet’s manic performance. The trailer offers better glimpses of the key supporting players who form Marty’s volatile orbit:
- Gwyneth Paltrow as Kay Stone, whose relationship with Marty adds romantic and dramatic weight to his chaotic journey.
- Rapper Tyler, The Creator (Tyler Okonma) in his feature film debut as Wally, Marty’s confidante and accomplice in sports gambling schemes.
- Fran Drescher as Marty’s long-suffering mother, Mrs. Mauser.
- Shark Tank‘s Kevin O’Leary as the wealthy Milton Rockwell, a powerful figure in the ping-pong world.
The film is loosely inspired by the life of real-life table tennis legend Marty Reisman, but it is explicitly a fictionalized original story. This approach, paired with Safdie’s dynamic, immersive filmmaking and Darius Khondji’s stunning 1950s cinematography, hints at a cinematic experience that is both period-authentic and blisteringly modern.
Oscar Buzz and Career-Best Performances
“Marty Supreme” has been building serious momentum since its “surprise screening” at the New York Film Festival, with attendees calling it a “manic, madcap odyssey” and “peak grifter-core cinema.”
For Chalamet, who trained for years for the role of Marty Mauser, the early reaction suggests a transformative, career-defining turn. With the film’s prime Christmas Day release date, the buzz for an Oscar nod is already reaching a fever pitch, positioning “Marty Supreme” as a major contender for the end-of-year awards season. It promises to be a film about the sheer, unbridled obsession required for greatness, even in a sport that the world might not respect.
FAQ
What is ‘Marty Supreme’ about?
“Marty Supreme” is a sports comedy-drama set in 1950s New York City. It follows the story of Marty Mauser (Timothée Chalamet), a prodigious table tennis player who goes to extreme, chaotic, and often illegal lengths to achieve greatness in a sport that most people dismiss.
When is the release date for ‘Marty Supreme’?
The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day).
Is ‘Marty Supreme’ a true story or a biopic?
The film is a fictionalized original story written by Josh Safdie and Ronald Bronstein. It is, however, loosely inspired by the life and career of the legendary American professional table tennis player, Marty Reisman.
Who is in the cast of ‘Marty Supreme’?
The main cast includes Timothée Chalamet as Marty Mauser, Gwyneth Paltrow as Kay Stone, Tyler, The Creator (Tyler Okonma) as Wally, Fran Drescher as Mrs. Mauser, and Kevin O’Leary as Milton Rockwell.
Who directed ‘Marty Supreme’?
The film is directed by Josh Safdie, marking his first solo directorial project following his acclaimed collaborative work with his brother, Benny Safdie, on films like Good Time and Uncut Gems.
Source:
- https://www.vogue.com/article/timothee-chalamet-december-cover-2025-interview
- https://variety.com/2025/film/news/marty-supreme-trailer-timothee-chalamet-oscar-buzz-1236573955/
- https://ca.news.yahoo.com/watch-paltrow-wants-chalamet-backup-163813824.html