Timothée Chalamet Goes All In for Ping Pong in New ‘Marty Supreme’ Teaser
Josh Safdie’s upcoming film Marty Supreme, starring Timothée Chalamet, is generating buzz as a new teaser has just been released. The sports comedy-drama tells the story of Marty Mauser, a young table tennis player in 1950s New York City who faces tough challenges while chasing his dreams. According to reports, the film is loosely inspired by real-life American ping pong star Marty Reisman.
Chalamet not only stars in the movie but also serves as a co-producer. The cast includes big names such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A’zion, Kevin O’Leary, Tyler Okonma, Abel Ferrara, and Fran Drescher. The movie is directed and co-written by Josh Safdie alongside Ronald Bronstein, who worked with him to shape the story.
“A full-throttle masterpiece.” MARTY SUPREME CHRISTMAS DAY pic.twitter.com/sw6WBGyG0f
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Marty Supreme had a special world premiere at the 2025 New York Film Festival on October 6, presented as a “secret screening.” The film is set for a wide release in the United States on December 25, through A24.
New teaser for Josh Safdie’s ‘MARTY SUPREME’, starring Timothée Chalamet.
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The film follows a young man with a ping pong dream no one respects, who goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness
In theaters on December 25. pic.twitter.com/10zb8vOBmU
Early reactions from critics have been overwhelmingly positive, with Rotten Tomatoes reporting a 96% approval rating from 73 reviews. The site’s consensus notes, “Serving up Timothée Chalamet at his most infectiously charismatic, Marty Supreme is a propulsive epic that realizes its sky-high aspirations even while it critiques its indelible hero’s toxic ambition.” Metacritic gives the film an 89 out of 100, signaling universal acclaim based on 25 critic reviews.
The story centers on Marty Mauser, whose relentless drive and ambition push him to his limits as he fights for success in the competitive world of table tennis. The new teaser emphasizes the film’s intense energy and Chalamet’s magnetic performance, offering a glimpse of the highs and lows Marty will face on his journey.
The film has already been praised for Chalamet’s work, with some calling it a potential career-defining role. Fans can expect a mix of humor, drama, and thrilling sports action, all set against the unique backdrop of 1950s New York.
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