A24 has unveiled a new trailer for Marty Supreme, a sports dramedy directed by Josh Safdie featuring Timothée Chalamet as Marty Mauser, a table-tennis prodigy. Set against the backdrop of the 1950s, the film follows Marty’s relentless pursuit of becoming a table-tennis champion, drawing inspiration from the real-life champion Marty Reisman, who earned five world championship medals.
Ensemble Cast and Creative Team
The cast includes notable names such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Fran Drescher, Tyler Okonma (also known as Tyler, the Creator), Penn Jillette, Odessa A’zion, Kevin O’Leary—widely known from Shark Tank—and Abel Ferrara. This collection of talent comes together under the direction of Josh Safdie, whose previous work includes co-directing and co-writing the acclaimed 2019 film Uncut Gems alongside his brother Benny Safdie. Marty Supreme represents Josh Safdie’s first solo directorial effort since his 2008 debut, The Pleasure of Being Robbed. He co-wrote the script with Ronald Bronstein, and the movie is produced by Safdie, Bronstein, Eli Bush, Anthony Katagas, Timothée Chalamet, and A24.
Premiere Reception and Early Buzz
In October, Marty Supreme was secretly screened at the 63rd New York Film Festival, where it received a standing ovation. Timothée Chalamet, Josh Safdie, Gwyneth Paltrow, Tyler Okonma, Odessa A’zion, and co-writer Ronald Bronstein all made surprise appearances at the event. Reflecting on the film, Chalamet described it as,
“This movie — in many ways, beyond being about Marty Mauser — is a love letter to New York,”
expressing how thrilled he was to debut the film in the city where the story unfolds.
Oscar Prospects and Industry Commentary
Marty Supreme has quickly become a topic of Oscar speculation. Clayton Davis, chief awards editor at Variety, noted the film’s unexpected rise during an awards season filled with strong contenders. He commented,
“In a season where four films are tracking with 10 or more predicted nominations, A24’s ‘Marty Supreme’ has just landed — and it’s looking like the spoiler very few saw coming. Much like its protagonist, played by Timothée Chalamet — a young man with a dream no one respects, who goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness — the film could be the dark horse the Oscar race didn’t realize it needed.”
Upcoming Release and Anticipation
Marty Supreme is scheduled to open in theaters on December 25, positioning itself as a serious contender during awards season. With strong performances and an inspiring story, the film is expected to capture the attention of both audiences and critics alike. The fresh trailer release only adds to the anticipation surrounding Timothée Chalamet’s compelling portrayal of the ambitious Marty Mauser.
