MMA fans, mark your calendars—The Smashing Machine is coming to the big screen this October 3, and it’s bringing heavyweight drama with a stacked lineup. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Benny Safdie (Uncut Gems), the film stars global icon Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Oscar nominee Emily Blunt in what’s shaping up to be one of the most anticipated combat sports dramas in years.
Inspired by the brutal world of professional fighting, The Smashing Machine promises to be an unflinching look at the physical and emotional toll of life inside the cage. Johnson, no stranger to the demands of physical roles, steps into new territory by channeling the complex psyche of a fighter whose battles don’t end when the bell rings. Emily Blunt joins the film in a pivotal role, bringing her signature emotional depth to a story about love, pain, and resilience behind the gloves.
Backed by A24—the powerhouse studio behind Everything Everywhere All At Once, Uncut Gems, Midsommar, and Moonlight—this isn’t just another fight film. With Benny Safdie at the helm, The Smashing Machine promises gritty realism, character-driven storytelling, and a raw, immersive experience into the high-stakes world of MMA.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the sport or just discovering the intensity of the cage, The Smashing Machine is poised to deliver the kind of powerful, human storytelling that elevates fight films to something unforgettable.
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