WWE's iconic Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is set to star in a new film about UFC legend Mark Kerr.
The film, titled The Smashing Machine, revolves around Kerr's life and career. Mark Kerr is a two-time UFC heavyweight champion who fought in his early years in MMA. The film is designed to showcase the exciting scenes of the UFC Championship format's heyday, as well as the ups and downs of Mark Kerr's life and career.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Dwayne Johnson is working closely with director Benny Safdie, who has worked on films such as "Uncut Gems," starring Adam Sandler. Production company A24 will produce and fund the film, with Dwayne Johnson's own company – Seven Bucks Productions, Eli Bush, D**ID Koplan and Safidi's Out for the Count – also in the production.
Dwayne Johnson wants to bring fans the greatest MMA movie of all time. A long-time UFC and MMA fan, he even awarded Jorge Masvidal the BMF title in 2019.
Mark Kerr's story is undoubtedly a perfect fit for a movie. The man was known for his substance abuse problems and lived a life of self-proclaimed luxury at the height of his fighting. Mark Kerr basically lived the lifestyle of a rock star as an MMA fighter. Not to mention that he fought in the "Wild West" era of the UFC, when the rules and regulations were much looser than they are today.
At the moment, there is no official release date for the film. Production is expected to begin in 2024, and fans can only hope to be able to enjoy it sooner rather than later.
Do you think Dwayne Johnson is too cheesy to star in such a serious movie?
Personal opinion and summary
Dwayne Johnson is a name that has an extremely high reputation in both the wrestling and film worlds. Not only did he achieve great success at WWE, but he also proved himself in the Hollywood film industry. His upcoming role as Mark Kerr will undoubtedly add a new milestone to his acting career.
Regarding the question of whether Dwayne Johnson is up to the task of such a serious role, I think his acting skills and ability to understand the character are enough for him to shine in this film. He has performed well in different genres of film in the past, showing his versatility and depth as an actor.
Now, I'd love to hear what you think!
What do you think of Dwayne Johnson's achievements in the film industry and this new role he's about to challenge?
What can you expect from this film about the UFC saga?
Feel free to share your views in the comment section and let's look forward to this exciting movie together!