Marty Supreme Trailer & Fun Facts
Marty Supreme Synopsis:
Marty Mauser (Timothée Chalamet), a young hustler and gifted ping-pong player from the Lower East Side of New York, dreams of becoming the world's greatest table tennis player, despite being constantly underestimated. His journey is a chaotic ride of professional matches, high-stakes bets, and a complicated relationship with a famous movie star (Gwyneth Paltrow), all of which explore the relentless nature of ambition, obsession, and the unconventional path to success.
Genre: Drama, Sports
Release Date: In theaters December 25th, 2025
Marty Supreme Fun Facts:
A24's Most Expensive Film:
The film budget is estimated to be $70 million, which stands out as the most expensive film ever produced by the independent studio A24, exceeding their 2024 movie Civil War.
Inspired by a Real-Life Legend:
Although it is not a traditional biographical film, the story is inspired by the life of Marty Reisman, a professional table tennis player recognized for his showmanship and hustling.
An Unconventional Cast:
The movie features a diverse group of actors and non-actors, including rapper Tyler, the Creator, in his first role in a film, reality TV personality Kevin O'Leary, comedian Fran Drescher, and French highwire artist Philippe Petit.
Gwyneth Paltrow's Return:
This movie is Gwyneth Paltrow's first major role since 2019, and she plays a famous movie star who has a romantic relationship with Marty.
First Solo Directorial Project:
This film is Josh Safdie's first solo directorial project since 2008's The Pleasure of Being Robbed. He co-wrote the screenplay with Ronald Bronstein, previously they have worked together on films like Uncut Gems and Good Time.
Shot on Site:
To capture the authentic feel of 1950s New York City, the movie was shot on-site using 35mm film. Chalamet is reported to have trained for months with an Olympic athlete to master his table tennis skills for the role.
Christmas Day Release:
The Christmas Day release date is a favored choice for films that aim for significant awards, indicating that the studio believes the movie has a strong chance at the Oscars.