HIM (2025): Jordan Peele's horror thriller about American football — and where to watch it

HIM (2025) is the horror thriller with which Jordan Peele and Monkeypaw Productions explore the price of excellence: a promising young quarterback, Cameron Cade (Tyriq Withers), agrees to train at the isolated complex of his retired idol, Isaiah White (Marlon Wayans), but the veteran's charisma becomes sinister Directed by Justin Tipping—author of the indie Kicks (2016)—the Universal Pictures film mixes sport, body worship and a psychological nightmare in 97 minutes of tension.

What's it about

After suffering an attack from a deranged fan, Cameron receives an opportunity that seems saving: Isaiah White, American football legend, offers him to train in his isolated mansion to regain shape and return to the elite. What begins as mentoring becomes a disorienting descent: increasingly extreme methods, secrets in the champion's sanctum, and an atmosphere reminiscent of the body and social horror of Get Out or Nope, but with the playing field of professional sports.

The cast reinforces the uncomfortable tone: Julia Fox, Tim Heidecker, Jim Jefferies and Naomi Grossman accompany the two protagonists in a story about fame, sacrifice and what we are willing to give up to be the best.

Reception and context

Released in theaters on September 19, 2025, HIM arrived with the expectation of being Peele's new horror bet after producing hits like Us or Nope. Critics praised the direction of Tipping and the Wayans–Withers couple, although the film divided opinions due to its symbolic ambition. In Rotten Tomatoes it is reviewed as a fable about the "devil's pact" in elite sport.

Where to see it

• Streaming: Starting December 19, 2025, HIM is available exclusively on Peacock, NBCUniversal's service, according to NBC.
• Digital rental and purchase: also on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango at Home, according to Universal Pictures.
• Physical format: 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD editions with extra material from the Monkeypaw production company.

In summary

Why watch it? Because it is a rarity in recent horror: American football, fame and body nightmare with Jordan Peele's seal. Is it harsh? Yes: explicit violence, language and sexual content (rated R). How long does it last? 1 h 37 min: ideal for a night of tension without saga commitment.