Marty Supreme (2025) Movie Review

Marty Supreme (2025) Movie Review: A Messy Memorable Match

It’s never easy to build a film around a protagonist who is deeply flawed and outright despicable. Marty Mauser is exactly that kind of character driven by an “ends justify the means” mentality that fuels the film’s chaos and tension throughout its runtime. And yet, despite how difficult he is to root for, Marty Supreme remains an undeniably engaging watch. Anchored by what may be Timothée Chalamet’s most memorable performance to date, the film may not be perfect, but it delivers a unique rush from start to finish.

Marty Mauser (Timothée Chalamet) knows he has what it takes to dominate the rising world of competitive table tennis. But with limited resources and no clear path forward, his dream of becoming a world-renowned champion feels out of reach. As he struggles to fund his journeys to Britain and Tokyo and to firmly secure his place on the global stage, Marty begins to make choices that blur the line between ambition and morality. The question becomes clear: how far is he willing to go for greatness?

If Marty Supreme were judged on acting alone, it would easily score perfect marks. Chalamet is electric as Marty with his equal parts charismatic and repulsive character. Whether he’s commanding the screen during high-stakes table tennis matches or revealing the more manipulative sides of his personality, Chalamet fully embodies the character that audiences will both loathe and be fascinated by. The supporting cast also delivers strong work across the board, with Kevin O’Leary standing out as a welcome surprise.

Where the film falters is in its overstuffed narrative. There’s a lot happening, and not every subplot gets the development it deserves. In fact, some feel rushed while others are dropped entirely. And that's already considering that this film is at almost two and a half hours long. The final thirty minutes in particular feel like a rollercoaster that perfectly captures both the film’s strengths and weaknesses: thrilling, messy, and a little overwhelming. In the end, Marty Supreme is far from flawless but it’s never boring.

Rating: 4 reels