Dwayne Johnson stars in A24's biopic "The Smashing Machine."

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is unrecognizable as MMA fighter Mark Kerr in the first look at A24's biopic "The Smashing Machine." The film, directed by "Uncut Gems" veteran Benny Safdie, is based on the 2002 documentary "The Smashing Machine: The Life and Times of Mark Kerr." The story delves into Kerr's life in the UFC, his struggles with addiction, and his career beyond the sport. Emily Blunt stars alongside Johnson as Kerr's wife, Dawn Staples.

May 21, 2024
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