HIM is one of the latest films to hit the 2025 movie schedule, and it's wild, to say the least. Helmed by Justin Tipping, the film tells the story of a promising football player who's presented with the opportunity to train with his idol following a major career setback. However, sinister events gradually transpire and major secrets are revealed. Leading the film is up-and-coming actor Tyriq Withers, who stars opposite Marlon Wayans. Withers may not be a household name (yet), but Tipping had a keen reason for casting him as the main character.
While speaking with SFX Magazine on CinemaBlend, Tipping had much praise for his young star, despite his relative obscurity in the entertainment industry. While Hollywood is more apt to tap A-listers for big movie releases, Tipping believes picking someone newer to stardom was the right call because it mirrored the journey of the protagonist, Cam, and his promising career as a professional athlete:
