The Smashing Machine (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2002, The Smashing Machine is a documentary film directed by John Hyams, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. "The Smashing Machine", which follows mixed martial arts competitor Mark Kerr's career from late '99 until the Pride Grand Prix 2000 tournament in Japan, is a stunning and provocative look at a man whose fights with his own personal demons rival those he encounters in the ring (or in the octagon). Also featured in the documentary is Mark Coleman, who at the time was coming off a two-year slump in the sport.
Who’s in it. The Smashing Machine stars Mark Kerr as Himself, Bas Rutten as Himself, Mark Coleman as Himself and Royce Gracie as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Smashing Machine has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In CA you can stream it on Crave. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Smashing Machine page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Smashing Machine tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Smashing Machine (2002)?
- In CA, The Smashing Machine is available to stream on Crave. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Smashing Machine worth watching?
- The Smashing Machine holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Smashing Machine?
- The Smashing Machine stars Mark Kerr, Bas Rutten, Mark Coleman, Royce Gracie and Dawn Staples.
- When was The Smashing Machine released?
- The Smashing Machine was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.