Peter Gabriel Expresses Gratitude to Josh Safdie for Featuring Him on Marty Supreme Soundtrack Highlighting His Love for Table Tennis
Peter Gabriel recently expressed his appreciation for director Josh Safdie’s decision to feature his song “I Have the Touch” in the upcoming movie, Marty Supreme. This film, set to release on December 25, 2025, in the US and on December 26 in the UK, stars Timothée Chalamet.
Gabriel’s Connection to Table Tennis
Gabriel shared his excitement through a message on his website. He noted, “I was delighted that ‘I Have the Touch’ was chosen for the soundtrack of Marty Supreme. The song is rarely asked out for a dance and I have always loved table tennis.” He also mentioned the presence of a table tennis setup on tour for crew members and bandmates to enjoy.
Soundtrack Highlights
In addition to Gabriel’s track, the film will include two other notable songs from the 1980s:
- “Everybody’s Got to Learn Sometime” by The Korgis
- “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears
About Marty Supreme
Marty Supreme draws inspiration from the memoirs of table tennis player Marty Reisman, titled The Money Player. In the film, Chalamet portrays Marty Mauser, a character driven to chase his dreams in the world of table tennis. Gwyneth Paltrow plays the wife of one of Mauser’s rivals, complicating his pursuit.
A Chalamet Passion Project
This film has been a long-term passion project for Chalamet, who has traveled extensively with a ping-pong table over the past seven years. He revealed that he maintained a table during productions in various locations, including:
- London while filming Wonka
- Budapest for Dune 2
- Abu Dhabi
Awards Buzz
Although Marty Supreme has not yet premiered, Chalamet is already gaining early recognition for his performance. He has received a nomination for ‘Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy’ at the 2026 Golden Globes.
As the release date approaches, anticipation increases for both the film and its soundtrack, showcasing the unique blend of music and table tennis passion. Gabriel’s participation adds an exciting dimension to this cinematic project.
