The Smashing Machine
2025, English. Directed by Benny Safdie.
The unforgettable true story of a UFC legend.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- A
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 748 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Smashing Machine
The Smashing Machine is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Benny SafdieDirector
- Dwayne JohnsonMark Kerr
- Emily BluntDawn Staples
- Ryan BaderMark Coleman
- Bas RuttenBas Rutten
- Oleksandr UsykIgor Vovchanchyn
- Lyndsey GavinElizabeth Coleman
- Zoe KosovicMcKenzie Coleman
- Satoshi IshiiEnson Inoue
- James MoontasriAkira Shoji
- Yoko HamamuraKazuyuki Fujita
- Paul ChengMasaaki Satake
- Andre TricoteuxPaul Varelans
Details
- Released
- 10 October 2025
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Benny Safdie
- Budget
- $50M
- Box office
- $21M
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What The Smashing Machine is based on
The Smashing Machine is based on a true story.
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The Smashing Machine: quick answers
Is The Smashing Machine worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 748 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Smashing Machine?
The Smashing Machine runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Does The Smashing Machine have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Smashing Machine. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Smashing Machine parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Smashing Machine is rated A in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Smashing Machine on?
The Smashing Machine is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Smashing Machine?
If you liked The Smashing Machine, try Outlaws - For Greater Glory, Beast, Jawbone.
Who directed The Smashing Machine?
The Smashing Machine (2025) was directed by Benny Safdie and stars Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, Ryan Bader.
What is The Smashing Machine based on?
The Smashing Machine is based on a true story.