As the horror genre overflows with creativity in 2025, films like Sinners and Weapons have dominated cultural conversations and award races. However, one film was not so fortunate: Him, which received negative reviews from critics, barely recouped its budget during its theatrical run. Horror fans will get the chance to evaluate Him for themselves, as it begins streaming on Netflix tomorrow. Directed by Justin Tipping, Him presents an intriguing concept that combines the worlds of sports and horror, but falls short in execution.

Him follows football player Cam Cade (Tyriq Withers). After being attacked by a mysterious masked figure, Cam suffers a serious head injury. With his career in jeopardy, Cam is invited by legendary player Isaiah White (Marlon Wayans) to train with him for a week to secure his spot on the San Antonio Saviors. Having idolized White for years, Cam seizes this opportunity, but it plunges him into a dark and dangerous world that pushes him to his limits. However, poor reviews and the success of Demon Slayer: Infinity Train prevented Him from reaching the finish line.

The biggest draw of Him, aside from its concept, is the fact that it features Jordan Peele as a producer. This information was highlighted in every piece of marketing material. However, the critical and commercial failure of Him signifies the end of Peele's successful streak with Monkeypaw Productions, which began with Get Out in 2017. In addition to writing and directing films like Nope and Us, Peele also served as a producer on the Candyman remakes. All of these films are known for combining sharp social commentary with genuine horror thrills to deliver a unique viewing experience.

Although Him attempts this same approach, it mostly gets by on its visuals. Tipping and cinematographer Kira Kelly manage to present some disturbing imagery throughout Him. The standout scenes include real X-ray images that emerge when characters experience physical trauma, unsettlingly showcasing the damage football inflicts on the body. However, the screenplay, written by Tipping, Skip Bronkie, and Zack Ackers, wildly fluctuates in tone and fails to emotionally develop Cam, merely hinting at his troubled relationship with his father. Most reviews of Him pointed this out as its main failure. Audiences were not very pleased either, as the film holds a concerning 57% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.