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The Smashing Machine

The unforgettable true story of a UFC legend.

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.

20252h 3mRDrama, History, Action

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About The Smashing Machine

Directors
Benny Safdie
Cast
Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, Ryan Bader, Bas Rutten, Oleksandr Usyk, Lyndsey Gavin
Genres
Drama, History, Action
Content rating
R
Original language
English
Production countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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