Jordan Peele’s latest horror production, Him, is headed to digital platforms, and it is coming sooner than you think. Directed by Justin Tipping, 2025’s Him made waves upon its theatrical debut, blending ambition and athletic obsession in a horror produced by Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions. The film stars Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers, Julia Fox, Tim Heidecker, and Jim Jefferies.
Him debuted on September 19 and follows rising quarterback Cameron Cade (Withers) as he falls under the eerie mentorship of idol Isaiah White (Wayans) after surviving a violent attack. Unfortunately, Him received generally negative reviews from critics, and has grossed just $25.2 million on a $27 million budget, although there is plenty of praise for Withers and Wayans’ performances.
Now, Universal Pictures has confirmed that Him will be available to buy or rent on digital platforms starting tomorrow, on October 7. The home release includes over 45 minutes of bonus content, five deleted scenes, a deleted end credits scene, a “haunting” alternate ending, behind-the-scenes featurettes, and more. Check out the list of Him‘s deleted scenes and featurettes below:
Deleted Scenes:
- Cheers – features Tyriq Withers
- Don’t Be a Mascot – features Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers
- The Publicist – features Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers and Julia Fox
- Fantasy Football – features Tyriq Withers and Julia Fox
- Cam’s Discovery – features Tyriq Withers and Julia Fox
Featurettes:
- Becoming Them — An exclusive look at Tyriq Withers and Marlon Wayans’ athletic routines
- The Sport of Filmmaking — Behind the scenes look at the making of the film
- Anatomy of a Scene:
- Rebirth
- A Diabolical Game of Catch
- Hymns of a G.O.A.T. — Go behind the scenes with composer Bobby Krlic
- Feature Commentary with Director/Co-Writer Justin Tipping
Him will also arrive on various formats, including 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on November 11, allowing fans to own a physical copy of the 2025 psychological horror. This sudden VOD launch overlaps with Him‘s ongoing run in theaters, expanding the reach of one of the most talked-about genre films of the year just in time for Halloween.
Why Him’s Digital Release Is Significant
The timing of Him‘s digital release is very strategic. As Halloween approaches, horror тιтles typically surge in popularity, while Jordan Peele’s ᴀssociation with Him only boosts its draw. Furthermore, Universal’s decision to offer exclusive extras for digital buyers reflects an industry effort to incentivize ownership over streaming in a compeтιтive digital landscape.
The тιтles of the deleted scenes are very intriguing: for instance, Cam states that the opposite of a Savior is a mascot in Him‘s ending, and one of the deleted scenes is тιтled “Don’t Be a Mascot.” It will also be interesting to see how Withers and Wayans embodied the athletes and the techniques behind making the film so visually spectacular.
Despite Reviews, Him May Join Peele’s Cult Hit Legacy
Although it may not have the viral traction of Get Out or Us — as Him is only produced by Peele, not directed — its VOD release could certainly elevate its cult status beyond reviews. The film’s eerie atmosphere, athletic symbolism, and performances create a slow-burning experience that may resonate more on rewatch, especially with more scenes that expand its narrative.
Marlon Wayans has defended Him, comparing it to other beloved cult films like White Chicks, which has a shockingly low 15% Tomatometer. Having seen it myself, I can see Wayans’ point. Therefore, with digital availability bringing it to broader audiences, Him could emerge as one of 2025’s sleeper horror hits, especially for fans seeking something psychologically intriguing.
