The Smashing Machine: Now Streaming
One month after its theatrical debut, The Smashing Machine is now available to stream at home. This new sports biopic from A24 stars Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as MMA fighter and UFC world champion Mark Kerr.
About the Film
The Smashing Machine traces Mark Kerr’s rise as his relentless pursuit of greatness turned him into a legend, while almost costing him everything. Emily Blunt plays Dawn Staples, Kerr’s ex-wife.
“The Smashing Machine” premiered at the Venice International Film Festival in August 2025, where its director, Benny Safdie, won the Silver Lion for Best Direction.
Streaming Availability and Pricing
- The Smashing Machine is available on-demand on platforms like Prime Video.
- The film was released digitally in November 2025.
- Purchase price on Prime Video: $24.99.
- Rental price: $19.99.
- Buying does not require Amazon Prime membership but does require a free Amazon account to enable repeated viewing.
- Rentals are valid for 30 days and expire 48 hours after first play.
Author and Source
This article was written by Angela Tricarico, Commerce Streaming Reporter for Post Wanted Shopping, Page Six, and Decider, the New York Post’s streaming property.
Summary: The Smashing Machine, starring Dwayne Johnson, is a gripping sports biopic available now on Prime Video, showcasing Mark Kerr’s rise and challenges in MMA.