In a revelation that has caught fans’ attention, Josh Safdie announced that Robert Pattinson has a hidden voice cameo in Marty Supreme, contributing to the A24 film during the British Open semifinals scene. This Robert Pattinson Marty Supreme cameo reunites Pattinson with Safdie after their previous collaboration, and adds a subtle twist to Timothée Chalamet’s latest movie filmed in London.
Pattinson’s Off-Screen Role Unveiled at BFI Event
Josh Safdie shared the news at London’s BFI Southbank, explaining how Pattinson makes his mark in Marty Supreme without being seen. Instead, he provides the voices of both commentator and umpire during the semifinals match featuring Chalamet’s character, Marty Mauser, and Hungarian champion Bela Kletzki, played by Géza Röhrig. This unusual casting choice was purposefully kept under wraps until now. Safdie pointed out,
“No one knows this, but that voice—the commentator, the umpire—is Pattinson.”
– Josh Safdie, Director
He detailed that the cameo arose naturally when Pattinson visited the set and demonstrated the perfect vocal tone for the scene. Safdie humorously remarked on his casting process by admitting,
“I don’t know any British people,”
– Josh Safdie, Director which led to this unconventional decision.
A Reunion Between Collaborators
The film reconnects Pattinson and Josh Safdie, who previously worked together on the acclaimed 2017 crime thriller Good Time, where Pattinson portrayed Connie in a gripping race to rescue his brother. Marty Supreme also opens the door for further collaboration with Timothée Chalamet, as the actor and Pattinson are set to appear together once more in the upcoming Dune: Part Three. Scheduled for release in December 2026, Pattinson will portray the shape-shifting Scytale, facing Chalamet’s Paul Atreides.
Developing Marty Supreme with Chalamet in Mind
During the BFI Southbank conversation, moderated by Edith Bowman, Safdie reminisced about his early encounter with Chalamet at the afterparty for Good Time. At that moment, Chalamet was heralded as “the next superstar,” and Safdie noted how this lasting first impression guided his thoughts about the young actor. Reflecting further, Safdie said,
“He was like Timmy Supreme, and it was intense.”
– Josh Safdie, Director
Inspired by Chalamet’s performance in Call Me by Your Name, Safdie envisioned Marty Supreme with Chalamet as the lead from the outset. Describing Chalamet’s qualities, Safdie shared,
“This intense dreamer. Relentless, driven, this New Yorker.”
– Josh Safdie, Director
Looking Ahead for Josh Safdie
Answering questions from the audience at BFI, Safdie admitted he is not yet focused on his next project. He recounted that after completing major works such as Uncut Gems, he finds himself in need of a break.
“After each film, I’ve got no more gas left in the car,”
– Josh Safdie, Director he explained, emphasizing the importance of taking time to recharge before committing to new creative ideas.
This unexpected Robert Pattinson Marty Supreme cameo adds an intriguing layer to the film, reflecting the collaborative spirit that continues to shape cinema through unique partnerships and surprise performances. As audiences discover this hidden detail, anticipation builds for both the future projects from the artists involved and the upcoming Dune sequel featuring Chalamet and Pattinson.
