Kendrick Lamar Shines at Super Bowl 2025 Amidst Trailer Frenzy

On the night of February 9–10, Super Bowl 2025 took center stage as the climactic finale of the American football season. As always, the event was more than just a game—it was a global spectacle packed with high-octane performances, exclusive movie teasers, and unforgettable moments. Below is a comprehensive roundup of all the major highlights and advertisements that aired during the broadcast.

Table of Contents

• Who Won
• Kendrick Lamar’s Performance
• Thunderbolts
• Formula 1
• Mission: Impossible: Dead Reckoning
• Jurassic World: Reignition
• The Smurfs
• Novocaine
• How to Train Your Dragon
• Lilo & Stitch

Who Won?

In a dominant display of power and precision, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the reigning champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, with a final score of 40–22 (7–0, 17–0, 10–6, 6–16). The Eagles showcased relentless energy and strategic brilliance throughout the game, making it one of the most memorable Super Bowl victories in recent years.

Kendrick Lamar’s Performance

The halftime show was headlined by legendary rapper Kendrick Lamar, introduced on stage by Samuel L. Jackson dressed as Uncle Sam—an iconic pairing that immediately captured the audience's attention. Surrounded by powerful imagery of American culture, Lamar delivered an electrifying performance featuring hits like “Humble,” “Squabble Up,” and his Grammy-winning single “Not Like Us.”

His performance also served as a cultural moment, particularly due to the context of “Not Like Us,” which has become known as one of Lamar’s diss tracks aimed at Drake. The song sparked legal action earlier in the year when Drake filed a lawsuit alleging defamation.

Social media quickly dubbed this performance as the definitive end to their long-standing rivalry. During the closing moments of the act, the entire stadium chanted the phrase “a minor,” referencing allegations made against Drake in the lyrics. Serena Williams’ surprise appearance added another layer of intrigue, given her past relationship with the Canadian rapper.

Thunderbolts

Disney and Marvel Studios unveiled a new trailer for *Thunderbolts*, the upcoming superhero film set to release on May 2, 2025. The trailer teased a dynamic ensemble cast including Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, Olga Kurylenko, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. It promises a gritty and morally ambiguous mission involving some of the MCU’s most complex antiheroes.

Formula 1

Apple released a short teaser-trailer for its upcoming film starring Brad Pitt as a retired Formula 1 driver who makes a dramatic return to the racing world. Set for release on June 25, the clip offered a glimpse into the intense, high-speed lifestyle of elite motorsports.

Mission: Impossible: Dead Reckoning

Paramount dropped a 30-second teaser for the eighth installment in the *Mission: Impossible* franchise, once again starring Tom Cruise in his iconic role as Ethan Hunt. With jaw-dropping stunts and a mysterious plot, the film is scheduled for a worldwide release starting May 23, 2025.

Jurassic World: Reignition

Universal Pictures presented a teaser for the next chapter in the *Jurassic Park* saga—*Jurassic World: Reignition*. Starring Scarlett Johansson, the film promises a bold new era for the franchise and will debut globally on July 2, 2025.

The Smurfs

A full-length animated film based on the beloved characters was announced, featuring Rihanna as the voice of Smurfette. Scheduled for release on July 18, 2025, the film also includes John Goodman, Nick Offerman, Natasha Lyonne, Amy Sedaris, and James Corden in key roles.

Novocaine

A gripping teaser-trailer introduced *Novocaine*, a thriller starring Jack Quaid (*The Boys*) as a young man who cannot feel pain. In the film, he embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue his kidnapped girlfriend from a gang of bank robbers. The movie is set to premiere on March 14, 2025.

How to Train Your Dragon

DreamWorks released a cinematic teaser for the live-action adaptation of the best-selling book series by British author Cressida Cowell. This visually stunning take on the classic story is slated for global release on June 13, 2025.

Lilo & Stitch

During the Super Bowl, Disney shared a promo clip for the upcoming live-action *Lilo & Stitch* film. In the clip, Stitch causes chaos on a football field, much to the delight of fans. However, no new footage from the actual movie was revealed. The film is scheduled for theatrical release on May 23, 2025.