The Smashing Machine(2025)
“The unforgettable true story of a UFC legend.”
Overview
In the late 1990s, up-and-coming mixed martial artist Mark Kerr aspires to become the greatest fighter in the world. However, he must also battle his opioid dependence and a volatile relationship with his girlfriend Dawn.
Director
Benny Safdie
Studio
A24
Budget
$50M
Revenue
$21M
Cast
Dwayne Johnson
as Mark Kerr
Emily Blunt
as Dawn Staples
Ryan Bader
as Mark Coleman
Bas Rutten
as Bas Rutten
Oleksandr Usyk
as Igor Vovchanchyn
Lyndsey Gavin
as Elizabeth Coleman
Zoe Kosovic
as McKenzie Coleman
Satoshi Ishii
as Enson Inoue
James Moontasri
as Akira Shoji
Yoko Hamamura
as Kazuyuki Fujita
Paul Cheng
as Masaaki Satake
Andre Tricoteux
as Paul Varelans
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2025
Runtime
2h 3m
Language
English
Rating
6.4 / 10
Budget
$50M
Box Office
$21M
Production Companies
A24 • Seven Bucks Productions • Out for the Count
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Smashing Machine?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Smashing Machine (2025).
What is The Smashing Machine about?▼
In the late 1990s, up-and-coming mixed martial artist Mark Kerr aspires to become the greatest fighter in the world. However, he must also battle his opioid dependence and a volatile relationship with his girlfriend Dawn.
Who directed The Smashing Machine?▼
The Smashing Machine was directed by Benny Safdie and released in 2025. It is a drama, history, action film.
How long is The Smashing Machine?▼
The Smashing Machine has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
Who stars in The Smashing Machine?▼
The cast of The Smashing Machine includes Dwayne Johnson as Mark Kerr, Emily Blunt as Dawn Staples, Ryan Bader as Mark Coleman, Bas Rutten as Bas Rutten, Oleksandr Usyk as Igor Vovchanchyn and more.
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