Tyler, The Creator Makes Acting Debut in Acclaimed Film 'Marty Supreme' with Timothée Chalamet
Tyler, The Creator stars alongside Timothée Chalamet in the psychological drama 'Marty Supreme,' marking his acting debut in a film exploring ambition and friendship through competitive table tennis.
- • Tyler, The Creator makes his acting debut in 'Marty Supreme' alongside Timothée Chalamet.
- • The film explores the dark world of competitive table tennis and themes of friendship and ambition.
- • Director Josh Safdie wrote Tyler's role specifically for him and has influenced him since 2017.
- • 'Marty Supreme' is an awards contender with multiple Critics Choice and Golden Globe nominations.
- • The film releases in theaters on January 22, with previews from January 8.
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Tyler, The Creator has officially stepped into acting with his debut in the upcoming psychological drama 'Marty Supreme', co-starring with Timothée Chalamet. The film centers on the intense world of competitive table tennis, exploring themes of friendship, ambition, and danger. Chalamet plays Marty, a prodigy obsessed with success, while Tyler portrays Wally, a taxi driver and Marty’s best friend, who becomes entangled in the sport's darker side. Director Josh Safdie crafted the role of Wally specifically for Tyler, who has considered Safdie a major influence since 2017.
After the film's screening at the New York Film Festival, Tyler expressed heartfelt gratitude to Safdie, saying, "I was emotional up there because you gave me a chance, so thank you, I love you, and please give a round of applause for Josh Safdie." Since launching his career with the Odd Future collective, Tyler has made a name as a Grammy-winning musician and will also perform at Lollapalooza Brasil in 2026.
'Marty Supreme' is poised to be a strong contender in the upcoming awards season, featuring eight Critics Choice nominations including Best Picture, and three Golden Globe nods such as Best Actor in a Comedy for Chalamet and Best Screenplay. The film is set to premiere in theaters on January 22, 2026, with advance previews beginning January 8.
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