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‘The Smashing Machine’ to End Theatrical Run as Dwayne Johnson’s Biggest Flop Yet!!

Over two weeks into its theatrical run, The Smashing Machine appears to be running on fumes. The sports drama, marketed as a major career pivot for star Dwayne Johnson, has emerged as perhaps his biggest flop ever. The star had headlined a string of mega-budget underperformers in the last few years, released both theatrically and at home. With The Smashing Machine, he seemed to be … Continue reading ‘The Smashing Machine’ to End Theatrical Run as Dwayne Johnson’s Biggest Flop Yet!!

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The Smashing Machine (2025) Review!!

Synopsis – The story of mixed-martial arts and UFC champion Mark Kerr. My Take – Having been the face of blockbuster cinema for more than a decade, as a viewer you usually know what you’re going to get from a Dwayne Johnson starrer. And so far it has worked for him, even when he’s essentially playing some version of the same character. However, in this latest … Continue reading The Smashing Machine (2025) Review!!

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‘Jungle Cruise 2’: Dwayne Johnson Provides Update on Proposed Disney Sequel!!

It wasn’t long ago that the suggestion of Best Actor Oscars glory going the way of Dwayne Johnson would’ve raised more than a few eyebrows. Now, thanks to the impressive festival debut of the former WWE star’s latest movie, The Smashing Machine, Johnson feels like a sure bet for at least a nomination. Directed by Benny Safdie, the movie is set in the early days … Continue reading ‘Jungle Cruise 2’: Dwayne Johnson Provides Update on Proposed Disney Sequel!!

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Taylor Swift Triumphs with $33M as Dwayne Johnson Set Career-Worst Opening at the BO!!

While AMC Theatres and Variance’s Taylor Swift: The Official Release of a Showgirl was indeed front-loaded, declining 36% on Saturday with $10M from its pure Friday gross of $15.8M, the 14x Grammy winner is seeing a standalone gross and opening weekend for her cinematic experience of $33M. There have been other album launches teed up with movies to prop them, ala Imax’s 2021 Covid release … Continue reading Taylor Swift Triumphs with $33M as Dwayne Johnson Set Career-Worst Opening at the BO!!

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‘Lizard Music’: ‘The Smashing Machine’ Duo Benny Safdie & Dwayne Johnson to Re-Team for New Project!!

Dwayne Johnson is set to reunite with a director he’s recently worked with, as he looks to yet again expand his acting experience and performances. What acclaimed director is Dwayne Johnson reuniting with? According to a new report from Deadline, Johnson and Benny Safdie are teaming together yet again after their partnership in the upcoming The Smashing Machine. With the film already garnering massive praise, … Continue reading ‘Lizard Music’: ‘The Smashing Machine’ Duo Benny Safdie & Dwayne Johnson to Re-Team for New Project!!

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‘The Smashing Machine’: New Image Sees Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt Reunite in the Upcoming Biopic!! Check It Out!!

Dwayne Johnson is among the few actors who have successfully transitioned from a wrestling career to acting. Johnson has given us some amazing action movies, some feel-good ones, and now he’s hell bent on cementing his acting prowess with the upcoming Bennie Safdie’s biographical sports drama The Smashing Machine. The movie will make its world premiere at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival this Fall. … Continue reading ‘The Smashing Machine’: New Image Sees Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt Reunite in the Upcoming Biopic!! Check It Out!!

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Dwayne Johnson’s Production Company Sets First Look Deal with 20th Television!!

Seven Bucks Production has found a new partner for their upcoming titles. According to Deadline, the production company created by Dwayne Johnson and Dany Garcia has signed a first-look deal with 20th Television. The announcement comes a few months after the company signed a first-look deal with Disney related to their theatrical division. The new deal will include a wide range of projects, from drama … Continue reading Dwayne Johnson’s Production Company Sets First Look Deal with 20th Television!!

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‘The Smashing Machine’: Boxing Heavyweight Oleksandr Usyk Joins Dwayne Johnson led Biopic!!

After recently taking down Tyson Fury as an underdog, the new Undisputed World Heavyweight Champion’s big week just got even better. A new report from Deadline revealed that Oleksandr Usyk has officially joined the cast of The Smashing Machine, starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Emily Blunt. Benny Safdie, best known for directing Uncut Gems (gambling thriller starring Adam Sandler) and Good Time (heist drama … Continue reading ‘The Smashing Machine’: Boxing Heavyweight Oleksandr Usyk Joins Dwayne Johnson led Biopic!!

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‘The Smashing Machine’: First Image Sees Dwayne Johnson Transform into Mark Kerr!! Check It Out!!

Dwayne Johnson has entered the ring in the first image for A24‘s The Smashing Machine, just weeks after he announced his training for the role on social media. While the Jumanji actor was mostly for his wrestling past, his appearance in this upcoming feature will allow him to unleash his inner UFC champion. In this upcoming movie, Johnson is cast to play Mark Kerr, a … Continue reading ‘The Smashing Machine’: First Image Sees Dwayne Johnson Transform into Mark Kerr!! Check It Out!!

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‘Red One’: Release Facing Delay Due to Dwayne Johnson’s Habitual Tardiness!!

With the exception of a cameo in the mid-credits of Fast X, Dwayne Johnson hasn’t been seen in a movie since the disappointing Black Adam. He is set to be heard in the November release of Moana 2, which will coincide with his return to appearing on screens in Red One — but that was not originally the plan. Red One, a Christmas movie, was … Continue reading ‘Red One’: Release Facing Delay Due to Dwayne Johnson’s Habitual Tardiness!!

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‘The Smashing Machine’: Emily Blunt Might Reunite with Dwayne Johnson in New A24 Production!!

Emily Blunt is reportedly being eyed to star alongside Dwayne Johnson in Benny Safdie and A24’s The Smashing Machine. According to Jeff Sneider’s The Insneider, Blunt is currently in negotiations to star in The Smashing Machine. The movie, directed by Safdie, stars Johnson as UFC fighter Mark Kerr. Sneider reports that Blunt will likely play Kerr’s ex-wife, Dawn Staples; although, it’s possible that should could … Continue reading ‘The Smashing Machine’: Emily Blunt Might Reunite with Dwayne Johnson in New A24 Production!!

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‘The Smashing Machine’: Dwayne Johnson Reveals New Details About Upcoming A24 Movie!!

Dwayne Johnson has shared some new details about The Smashing Machine, the upcoming mixed martial arts movie coming from Benny Safdie and A24. In December 2023, A24 announced Johnson and Safdie were collaborating on a new movie, The Smashing Machine, that will be based on the real-life story of Mark Kerr. Speaking to Variety, Johnson said that he and Safdie first got together for the … Continue reading ‘The Smashing Machine’: Dwayne Johnson Reveals New Details About Upcoming A24 Movie!!

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‘The Smashing Machine’: Dwayne Johnson to Lead Benny Safdie’s A24 MMA Biopic!!

Dwayne Johnson is returning to his combat sports roots with a role in Benny Safdie‘s The Smashing Machine. Johnson will play mixed-martial arts legend Mark Kerr in the upcoming A24 biopic. Deadline reports that Johnson will star as Kerr in the upcoming film, which Johnson and Safdie have been working on since Johnson‘s production company, Seven Bucks Productions, acquired the rights in 2019. The film … Continue reading ‘The Smashing Machine’: Dwayne Johnson to Lead Benny Safdie’s A24 MMA Biopic!!

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Dwayne Johnson to Play UFC Champion Mark Kerr in Upcoming Biopic!!

You can take the guy out of fighting, but you can’t take fighting out of the guy. After becoming a superstar as WWE professional wrestler The Rock, Dwayne Johnson successfully parlayed his way into contemporary Hollywood royalty. But there will always be a bit of Rock in him. Which might explain why, as Variety reported, he sprung a surprise Madison Square Garden press conference on attendees of … Continue reading Dwayne Johnson to Play UFC Champion Mark Kerr in Upcoming Biopic!!

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