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The Smashing Machine (2025)

โ€œThe unforgettable true story of a UFC legend.โ€

6.4/10 ยท 714 votes 2h 3m r ActionDramaHistory

#106 of 142 films from 2025 #1335 of 2168 in action

Directed by Benny Safdie ยท Written by Benny Safdie

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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.

Cast

Dwayne Johnsonas Mark Kerr
Emily Bluntas Dawn Staples
Lyndsey Gavinas Elizabeth Coleman
Ryan Baderas Mark Coleman
Zoe Kosovicas McKenzie Coleman
Bas Ruttenas Bas Rutten
Oleksandr Usykas Igor Vovchanchyn
James Moontasrias Akira Shoji
Yoko Hamamuraas Kazuyuki Fujita
Paul Chih-Ping Chengas Masaaki Satake
Paul Chengas Masaaki Satake
Andre Tricoteuxas Paul Varelans
Satoshi Ishiias Enson Inoue
Marcus Aurelioas Mestre Hulk

Facts

Release dateOctober 1, 2025
Runtime123 min (2h 3m) โ€” about the same as the 2025 average of 115 min
GenresAction, Drama, History
LanguageEN
Budget$50,000,000
Box office$21,133,481 (0.4ร— budget)
IMDbtt11214558

More from Benny Safdie

Uncut GemsUncut Gems2019 ยท โ˜… 7.2 ยท 2h 16m Good TimeGood Time2017 ยท โ˜… 7.2 ยท 1h 42m

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Questions

How long is The Smashing Machine?
The Smashing Machine runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Is The Smashing Machine worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 714 votes, which places it #106 of 142 films released in 2025 in this index (top 26%) and #1335 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Smashing Machine?
The Smashing Machine was directed by Benny Safdie. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Uncut Gems (2019), Good Time (2017).
Who stars in The Smashing Machine?
Dwayne Johnson as Mark Kerr; Emily Blunt as Dawn Staples; Lyndsey Gavin as Elizabeth Coleman; Ryan Bader as Mark Coleman; Zoe Kosovic as McKenzie Coleman; Bas Rutten as Bas Rutten.
What is The Smashing Machine rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Smashing Machine?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/128591.

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