HIM Trailer & Fun Facts

HIM Synopsis:

Cameron Cade (Tyriq Withers), a promising quarterback whose career is jeopardized by a brain injury. Cameron gets a second chance when his idol, legendary quarterback Isaiah White (Marlon Wayans), offers to train him at an isolated compound. However, Isaiah's mentorship soon takes a dark turn, drawing Cameron into a disorienting journey that forces him to confront the dangerous sacrifice of fame and the relentless pursuit of greatness.

Genre: Horror, Thriller, sports

Release Date: In theaters September 19th, 2025

HIM Fun Facts:

Initial Title:
The movie was initially titled "GOAT," which stands for "Greatest Of All Time," which matches very well with the football theme and the iconic character played by Marlon Wayans. However, the title was later changed to "HIM."

Unconventional Genre:
"HIM" is an unconventional genre with a mixture of horror and sports. The movie features an intense level of professional football with the added layer of chilling psychological elements.

Produced by Jordan Peele:
The movie is produced by Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw Productions. Jordan Peele, who is well-known for directing psychological horror thrillers such as "Get Out," "Us," and "Nope," suggests the movie "HIM" will have psychological elements similar to the work of Jordan Peele.

Marlon Wayans' Intense Role:
Marlon Wayans is a comedian who is well-known for his comedic roles, and for him to take on the character of legendary quarterback Isaiah White in an intense dramatic role truly showcased his range of acting talent.

Intriguing Cast:
Besides Marlon Wayans, the movie features an intriguing diverse cast of members, including rising star Tyriq Withers, as well as others joining him: Julia Fox, Tim Heidecker, and hip-hop artists Guapdad 4000 and Tierra Whack in their first feature film.

Directed by Justin Tipping:
The movie is directed by Justin Tipping; he also co-wrote the screenplay with Skip Bronkie and Zachary Akers.

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