Get to know the amazing stars of The Smashing Machine (2025) — a real story brought to life with power and passion!

Meet the Cast of The Smashing Machine

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Dwayne Johnson as Mark Kerr

Dwayne Johnson plays UFC legend Mark Kerr, showing the struggles, victories, and deep personal battles of the famous MMA fighter.

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Emily Blunt shines as Dawn Staples, Mark Kerr’s loyal partner, showing strength and love through all of Mark’s ups and downs.

Emily Blunt as Dawn Staples

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Ryan Bader plays Mark Coleman, Kerr’s friend. Bas Rutten, a real MMA trainer, plays himself to keep the story true and real.

Ryan Bader and Bas Rutten Appear

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Lyndsey Gavin, Zoe Kosovic, Paul Lazenby, Paul Cheng, and Yoko Hamamura join the cast, making the MMA world feel even more real.

Supporting Cast Adds More Depth

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The Smashing Machine will hit theaters on October 3, 2025. Directed by Benny Safdie and distributed by A24, it promises real drama!

Film Details and Release Date

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Excited to learn more? Dive into the full story, meet every actor, and uncover behind-the-scenes secrets about The Smashing Machine!

Discover More About The Smashing Machine

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