“The Smashing Machine,” out October 3, comes from writer/director Benny Safdie, who marks his solo film directorial debut with the movie. He is best known for working alongside his brother Josh, co-directing the acclaimed “Uncut Gems,” among other films.

The Smashing Machine,” written and directed by Benny Safdie, stars Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt. The biopic will be released in October.

Dwayne Johnson stars as former wrestler and UFC star Mark Kerr in a new trailer for Benny Safdie's "The Smashing Machine."