A24 debuted the official trailer for The Smashing Machine, the sports drama film starring Dwayne Johnson in a bold departure from his typical blockbuster roles, taking on the role of MMA legend Mark Kerr.
Directed by Benny Safdie in his solo directorial debut, the biographical sports drama delves into the tumultuous life of Kerr, a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion, exploring his battles with addiction, fame, and personal demons. Also starring in the movie are Emily Blunt as Kerr’s wife, Dawn Staples, and features real-life fighters like Ryan Bader, Bas Rutten, Oleksandr Usyk in supporting roles.
The Smashing Machine will be released in theaters on October 3, 2025.
The brief synopsis reads: The story of legendary mixed martial arts & UFC fighter Mark Kerr.
Dwayne Johnson shared his motivation for taking on his most dramatic project and role yet, saying, “I want to be clear not to say that this is an abandonment of big, four-quadrant movies. I love making them, and there is tremendous value and importance in [them] … but there’s a time and a place for them. I’m at this point in my career where I want more. And I don’t mean I want more box office. I mean I want more humanity. And that is why Benny Safdie is the perfect, collaborative, hungry partner for me.”
Watch the official trailer for The Smashing Machine.
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