The Smashing Machine: Dwayne Johnson's Upcoming MMA Drama

What is The Smashing Machine movie based on?

The film is a biopic directed by Benny Safdie about Mark Kerr, a former wrestler and mixed martial artist best known for his time with the UFC. Kerr was a dominant force in the early UFC, winning the heavyweight championship twice and retiring with a record of 15-5.

First look at Dwayne Johnson as Mark Kerr

A24 has released the first look at Dwayne Johnson as Mark Kerr in the upcoming film The Smashing Machine. The image shows Johnson in full costume as Kerr, complete with the fighter's signature shaved head and goatee. Johnson is nearly unrecognizable in the photo, and he looks every bit the part of the brutal brawler.

When is The Smashing Machine coming out?

There is no release date yet for The Smashing Machine. However, the film is expected to be released in 2023.