Marty Supreme brings together a cast whose faces feel familiar long before their names appear on screen. Drawn from film, television and past breakout projects, the ensemble reflects careers shaped by diverse genres, from prestige dramas to mainstream hits, each role adding another layer to their screen identity.
Long before stepping into this story, these actors built reputations through performances that left distinct impressions. Their previous work not only explains the chemistry seen in the movie, but also reveals how experience, range and timing converged to shape the film’s cast.
Timothee Chalamet — Marty Mauser
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Timothee Chalamet anchors Marty Supreme as Marty Mauser, an intense, dream-driven table tennis aspirant navigating 1950s New York and London. The role pushes him into physical and emotional extremes and has drawn acclaim as one of his most ambitious performances.
Chalamet became a household name with his breakout performance in Call Me by Your Name (2017), earning an Academy Award nomination. Since then, he’s shown range in films like Lady Bird, the Dune series, Wonka, and A Complete Unknown, roles that established him as one of his generation’s most compelling actors.
Gwyneth Paltrow — Kay Stone
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Gwyneth Paltrow portrays Kay Stone, a worldly socialite entwined with Marty’s ambitions and romantic conflicts. Her presence adds a layered, glamorous counterbalance to the film’s frenetic energy.
Paltrow’s storied career includes an early Oscar win for Shakespeare in Love and acclaimed roles in films like The Talented Mr. Ripley and Sliding Doors. She also reached blockbuster fame as Pepper Potts in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Odessa A’zion — Rachel Mizler
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Odessa A’zion plays Rachel Mizler, Marty’s childhood friend and complicated love interest whose relationship with him fuels much of the drama and emotional core of Marty Supreme.
A’zion has been building her profile in both film and TV. She gained attention for roles in Netflix’s Grand Army, HBO’s I Love LA, and horror films like Hellraiser (2022), showcasing versatility across genres.
Larry “Ratso” Sloman — Murray Norkin
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Larry “Ratso” Sloman embodies Murray Norkin, Marty’s uncle and the owner of a modest shoe store that serves as one of the film’s grounding spaces. His character represents stability and routine, standing in sharp contrast to Marty’s restless ambition. The performance feels lived-in rather than performed, aligning with the Safdie brothers’ tradition of blurring fiction and reality.
Outside of acting, Sloman is best known as a legendary rock journalist and author, with deep ties to American counterculture. He co-wrote books with figures like Lou Reed and Hunter S. Thompson, and his presence in Marty Supreme adds an authentic, almost documentary texture that enriches the film’s atmosphere.
Tyler, the Creator (Tyler Okonma) — Wally
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As Wally, Tyler, the Creator brings humor, street-level insight, and a sense of cultural immediacy to Marty Supreme. The character operates as a confidant and occasional reality check for Marty, injecting levity while remaining rooted in the film’s gritty tone.
While widely celebrated as a Grammy-winning musician and creative director, this role marks Tyler’s most substantial step into feature film acting. His previous screen work, including Loiter Squad and animated voice roles, hinted at his comedic instincts, but Marty Supreme positions him as a legitimate cinematic presence.
Luke Manley — Dion Galanis
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Luke Manley appears as Dion Galanis, a figure tied to Marty’s expanding world beyond his neighborhood. The role occupies a subtle but important place in the narrative, helping illustrate the network of personalities Marty encounters as ambition begins to pull him outward.
Though not yet widely recognized, Manley’s casting fits the ensemble-driven approach of the film. His performance contributes to the layered social ecosystem surrounding Marty, emphasizing realism over familiarity and reinforcing the film’s immersive quality.
Fran Drescher — Rebecca Mauser
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Fran Drescher delivers a commanding performance as Rebecca Mauser, Marty’s mother. Sharp-tongued, protective, and emotionally complex, the character grounds the film’s early acts and offers a counterweight to Marty’s obsessions and dreams.
Best known for her iconic role in The Nanny, Drescher brings decades of screen experience to the film. Here, she subverts expectations by leaning into drama rather than comedy, showcasing a depth that adds emotional credibility to the family dynamics at the heart of the story.
Sandra Bernhard — Judy
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Sandra Bernhard portrays Judy, a supporting but memorable figure within the film’s broader social landscape. Her character contributes to the sense of eccentricity and unpredictability that defines Marty’s surroundings, particularly as the story moves into more chaotic territory.
Bernhard’s career spans stand-up comedy, film, and television, with notable appearances in The King of Comedy and Roseanne. Her presence in Marty Supreme draws on that legacy, adding edge and personality to a cast already rich with distinct voices.
Emory Cohen — Ira Mizler
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Emory Cohen takes on the role of Ira Mizler, whose relationship to Rachel introduces tension and emotional complexity. The character embodies restraint and volatility in equal measure, complicating Marty’s personal ambitions with unresolved conflict.
Cohen is widely recognized for intense, character-driven performances in films like Brooklyn, The Place Beyond the Pines, and The Irishman. His casting brings a familiar dramatic weight to the film, reinforcing its emotional stakes during key moments.
Geza Rohrig — Bela Kletzki
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Geza Rohrig plays Bela Kletzki, a formidable presence within the competitive ping-pong circuit Marty enters. His character represents both technical mastery and old-world discipline, embodying a different philosophy of competition.
Röhrig is internationally acclaimed for his lead role in Son of Saul, an Oscar-winning performance known for its intensity and restraint. That background lends gravity to his appearance in Marty Supreme, elevating the athletic rivalry into something more existential.
George Gervin — Lawrence
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NBA legend George Gervin appears as Lawrence, a ping-pong club owner whose presence bridges sport, mentorship, and spectacle. The role carries symbolic weight, aligning athletic excellence across disciplines.
Known globally as “The Iceman,” Gervin’s Hall of Fame basketball career with the San Antonio Spurs defined an era. His inclusion in the film blurs the line between sports history and cinema, reinforcing the film’s fascination with obsession, talent, and legacy.
