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IMDb rating
8.6
Critic rating Average critic rating
7.1

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rafa43
Critic Rafa Sales Ross
rated 8

One would not imagine needing a tissue at the final holding card of a Benny Safdie martial arts movie starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in a heavy layer of prosthetics and shaggy toupée.

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ryan90
Critic Ryan Lattanzio
rated 8

Headlining action-movie idol and wrestler Dwayne Johnson drops “The Rock” from his identity in all senses to reveal a heartfelt core in Benny Safdie’s nimbly executed and oddly endearing “The Smashing Machine.”

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Cast & Crew

Benny Safdie
Director
Dwayne Johnson
As Mark Kerr
Emily Blunt
As Dawn Staples
Paul Lazenby
As Hans Nijman
Bas Rutten
As Bas Rutten
Andre Tricoteux
As Paul Varelans
Yoko Hamamura
As Kazuyuki Fujita
Paul Cheng
As Masaaki Satake

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In "The Smashing Machine," we dive into the intense world of mixed martial arts as we follow the journey of fighter Mark Kerr. At the height of his career in the UFC, he faces not only fierce opponents in the ring but also personal battles that threaten to derail him. Addiction looms over him, casting a shadow on his victories and relationships. As he strives for greatness, Mark must confront what truly matters: love, redemption, and self-acceptance. This gripping drama captures the struggles behind the glory of a champion's life and reminds us that every fight is more than just physical—it’s deeply emotional.

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The Smashing Machine will be released on October 3, 2025