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The Smashing Machine

6.420252h 3mRMovieDramaHistoryAction

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.

DirectorBenny Safdie
WriterBenny Safdie
ProducersDavid Koplan·Dany Garcia

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Cast · Directed by Benny Safdie

DJDwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson
Mark Kerr
EBEmily Blunt
Emily Blunt
Dawn Staples
RBRyan Bader
Ryan Bader
Mark Coleman
BRBas Rutten
Bas Rutten
Bas Rutten
OUOleksandr Usyk
Oleksandr Usyk
Igor Vovchanchyn
LGLyndsey Gavin
Lyndsey Gavin
Elizabeth Coleman
ZKZoe Kosovic
Zoe Kosovic
McKenzie Coleman
SISatoshi Ishii
Satoshi Ishii
Enson Inoue
JM
James Moontasri
Akira Shoji
YHYoko Hamamura
Yoko Hamamura
Kazuyuki Fujita
PCPaul Cheng
Paul Cheng
Masaaki Satake
ATAndre Tricoteux
Andre Tricoteux
Paul Varelans

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The Smashing Machine — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Smashing Machine?

The Smashing Machine is streaming on HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Smashing Machine on Netflix?

No, The Smashing Machine is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is The Smashing Machine on Amazon Prime Video?

The Smashing Machine isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Smashing Machine for free?

The Smashing Machine is available on HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Smashing Machine based on a true story?

Yes — The Smashing Machine is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).