In the new psychological horror film “Him,” Marlon Wayans plays an aging football superstar tempting a rookie quarterback – who wants to be the greatest – with an evil bargain. Wayans, who juggles films with stand-up, talks with Tracy Smith about how his new role is a big change for someone raised on comedy, and who learned how to turn personal loss into dramatic power.
Marlon Wayans on “Him,” and on veering from comedy to horror
Sep 14, 2025 | 9:39 AM