‘The Smashing Machine’ Now Available for Streaming
One month after its theatrical release, The Smashing Machine is now available to stream at home. This sports biopic from A24 stars Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson portraying MMA fighter and UFC world champion Mark Kerr.
Film Overview
The Smashing Machine explores Kerr’s relentless pursuit of greatness, which made him a legend but also nearly destroyed him. Emily Blunt co-stars as Dawn Staples, Kerr’s ex-wife.
Premiere and Awards
The film premiered at the Venice International Film Festival in August 2025, where director Benny Safdie won the Silver Lion for Best Direction.
Streaming and Purchase Details
- The Smashing Machine is available on-demand on platforms like Prime Video.
- The digital release date was in November 2025.
- The film can be purchased for $24.99 or rented for $19.99.
- Buying does not require an Amazon Prime membership but does require a free Amazon account to access the film anytime.
- Rentals are valid for 30 days but expire 48 hours after the first viewing.
“The Smashing Machine” follows Kerr’s career as an obsession with greatness made him a legend and nearly cost him everything in the process.
Benny Safdie, director of The Smashing Machine, won the Silver Lion for Best Direction at the Venice International Film Festival 2025.
About the Reporter
This article was written by Angela Tricarico, Commerce Streaming Reporter for Post Wanted Shopping, Page Six, and the New York Post streaming property, Decider.
Summary: The compelling biopic The Smashing Machine, featuring Dwayne Johnson as Mark Kerr, is now streaming and available for digital purchase or rent on Prime Video.