Timothée Chalamet, the 29-year-old actor, recently shared insights about his role in the upcoming A24 film, Marty Supreme, during an interview with Good Morning America. In the film, Chalamet plays Marty Mauser, a determined young man striving to become a champion table tennis player. He revealed that he trained with a table tennis coach for six years to prepare for this role.
Chalamet discussed his personal connection to Marty, stating, “He has a huge dream. And when you have a big dream in life, and you don’t really have anyone supporting you when you’re young, you’re your best supporter.” The actor emphasized the dual nature of ambition, noting that it fosters both self-belief and a certain level of selfishness. “No” is not in his character’s vocabulary, he added, explaining that Marty “compromises with no one, including himself.”
Reflecting on his own experiences, Chalamet noted, “A significant part of who I was in my early 20s or late teens was deeply motivated to have an acting career.” He expressed that the film illustrates how pursuing a singular dream can be communal rather than selfish. Chalamet remarked, “If you get your butt in the seat… the ride is worth it.”
In one poignant scene, Chalamet’s character is questioned by Kay Stone, played by Gwyneth Paltrow, who asks, “What do you plan to do if this little dream of yours doesn’t work out?” Chalamet revealed that his own family encouraged him to have backup plans early in his career. “At 29 years old, I can look back and go, ‘That was actually great advice,'” he said. He acknowledged that he felt compelled to focus solely on his primary ambition, saying, “If all my energy’s not going towards a plan A, I’m gonna end up doing something I don’t wanna do in life.”
Chalamet hopes that Marty Supreme can inspire audiences to dream big, stating, “It sounds cheesy, but it is OK to dream big.” The film features an impressive cast, including Kevin O’Leary, who makes his acting debut portraying Paltrow’s husband. Chalamet praised O’Leary’s performance, noting his unusual confidence and lack of tension on camera, which he described as essential for authenticity.
The young actor expressed admiration for Paltrow’s talent, feeling “naive” in her presence. “I would act opposite her and I’d go, ‘Wow. She’s really incredible,'” he remarked. Prior to this film, Chalamet had only played table tennis casually, making his extensive training for the role noteworthy.
As part of the promotional campaign for Marty Supreme, Chalamet has participated in a unique press tour that included a blimp shaped like an orange ping-pong ball and the release of limited-edition merchandise. He emphasized the importance of creative marketing, stating, “I can’t lie to you, the principal part is… a feeling of authorship.”
Chalamet’s vision for the film encompasses both commercial success and critical acclaim. “The real truth is that Marty Supreme, I feel confident to the degree that by next summer … I’m confident I know what it’s gonna be by next summer,” he concluded.
The film is set to premiere on December 8, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California, as excitement builds around its release.
