How To Watch "The Smashing Machine": See Dwayne Johnson's Mark Kerr Biopic At Home
Experience Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson’s striking new role from your living room. Known for his charismatic action-comedy roles, Johnson takes on a deeper, more dramatic character as MMA fighter Mark Kerr in The Smashing Machine.
Film Premiere and Reception
The movie premiered at the 2025 Venice International Film Festival and later screened at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, where Mashable’s film editor Kristy Puchko gave it a positive review. Johnson’s performance received widespread acclaim from critics.
Main Cast
- Dwayne Johnson as Mark Kerr
- Emily Blunt as Kerr's partner, Dawn Staples
- Ryan Bader as UFC champion Mark Coleman
- Oleksandr Usyk as MMA fighter Igor Vovchanchyn
Plot Overview
Written and directed by Benny Safdie, known for Uncut Gems, The Smashing Machine chronicles the true story of Mark Kerr during the early 1990s UFC era. It follows his journey from Japan’s Pride FC competitions back to the U.S., exploring his intense personal struggles and his turbulent relationship with Dawn Staples as he fights to become the best.
Where to Watch
If you missed the theatrical release, The Smashing Machine is now available for home viewing. Check your preferred streaming platform to catch this compelling biopic.
"The Smashing Machine earned mostly positive reviews, with much praise for Johnson’s performance." — Kristy Puchko, Mashable
Author's Summary: Dwayne Johnson delivers a powerful dramatic turn as MMA legend Mark Kerr in The Smashing Machine, a biopic now available to stream, exploring his fight for greatness and personal battles.