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Him

Him is a 2025 American supernatural horror film directed by Justin Tipping and co-written by Tipping, Zack Akers, and Skip Bronkie.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Him is a 2025 American supernatural horror film directed by Justin Tipping and co-written by Tipping, Zack Akers, and Skip Bronkie. The film stars Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers, and follows a rising football player who trains with a legendary quarterback at an isolated compound, where the experience turns sinister.

Premise

The film follows a promising young American football player whose dream opportunity becomes a disturbing ordeal after he is invited to train with an aging champion. The story centers on ambition, fame, and the cost of elite success.

Production

Him was directed by Justin Tipping from a screenplay credited to Tipping, Zack Akers, and Skip Bronkie. It was produced by Monkeypaw Productions with Jordan Peele among the producers.

Cast

The principal cast includes Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers, Julia Fox, Tim Heidecker, and Jim Jefferies. The film pairs a football setting with supernatural horror elements.

Release and reception

The film premiered theatrically in 2025 through Universal Pictures and later became available for streaming. Coverage and audience listings describe it as a horror film with mystery and thriller elements.

Key facts

  • The film is about an aspiring football player who trains under a legendary quarterback at a secluded compound.
  • Justin Tipping directed the film and co-wrote it with Zack Akers and Skip Bronkie.
  • Marlon Wayans plays the veteran quarterback, while Tyriq Withers plays the young athlete.
  • The film was produced by Jordan Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions.
  • It was released in theatres in September 2025 and later streamed in October 2025.
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Canadian context

The film was released internationally and is part of the wider North American theatrical market that includes Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

What is Him about?
It follows a young football player who is invited to train with a legendary quarterback, but the experience turns into a darker and more violent ordeal.
Who directed Him?
Him was directed by Justin Tipping.
Who stars in Him?
The film stars Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers, Julia Fox, Tim Heidecker, and Jim Jefferies.
What genre is Him?
It is generally described as a supernatural horror film, with mystery and thriller elements.
Who produced Him?
Jordan Peele was among the producers through Monkeypaw Productions.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Him_(2025_film)
    Supports: Basic identification of the film, year, director, cast, and premise.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/him_2025_2
    Supports: Genre, runtime, release information, synopsis, director, producer, distributor, and cast.
  3. YouTube / Universal Pictures trailer — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpEy0iOixb4
    Supports: Official synopsis, cast, director, and thematic framing from promotional material.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt20990442/
    Supports: Alternative listing for the 2025 film with director, runtime, and plot summary.