‘The Smashing Machine’ Now Streaming
One month after its theatrical debut, The Smashing Machine is now available to stream at home. This sports biopic from A24 stars Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as MMA fighter and UFC world champion Mark Kerr.
Plot and Cast
The Smashing Machine follows Kerr’s intense journey, portraying how his pursuit of greatness made him a legend but nearly cost him everything. Emily Blunt co-stars as Dawn Staples, Kerr’s ex-wife.
Premiere and Accolades
The film premiered at the Venice International Film Festival in August 2025, where director Benny Safdie earned the Silver Lion for Best Direction.
Streaming Details
- The Smashing Machine is available on-demand on platforms including Prime Video.
- The film was released digitally in November 2025.
- It costs $24.99 to buy or $19.99 to rent on Prime Video.
- Purchasing does not require a paid Amazon Prime membership but does require a free Amazon account for rewatching access.
- Rentals are valid for 30 days but expire 48 hours after first play.
“The Smashing Machine” follows Kerr’s career as an obsession with greatness made him a legend and nearly cost him everything in the process.
Author: Angela Tricarico, Commerce Streaming Reporter for Post Wanted, Page Six, and Decider, part of New York Post’s streaming coverage.
Summary: The sports biopic The Smashing Machine, starring Dwayne Johnson as MMA champion Mark Kerr, is now streaming on-demand shortly after its acclaimed Venice premiere.