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The Smashing Machine Lands on HBO Max After Box-Office Shortfall

The biopic expands its reach after critical praise, a Golden Globe nod for Dwayne Johnson, an Oscars makeup nomination.

Overview

  • Warner Bros. Discovery released the film on HBO Max on Jan. 23, with an HBO channel premiere slated for Jan. 24 at 8 p.m. ET.
  • The title is also available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.
  • Directed by Benny Safdie, the drama stars Dwayne Johnson as MMA champion Mark Kerr, focusing on his ascent and opioid addiction.
  • The movie underperformed in theaters, opening to about $6 million and totaling roughly $21 million against a $50 million budget.
  • Awards recognition includes Johnson’s Golden Globe nomination and an Academy Award nomination for Best Makeup and Hairstyling, while his acting Oscars omission spurred lively reactions among WWE fans.