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Hot Take: Why I Want The Smashing Machine To Win Its Oscar

I'm not the only one, right?

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Dwayne Johnson May Not Be A Major Part Of The Oscars Convo, But Matt Damon's Giving Him Praise For One Underrated Scene: 'It Really Walloped Me'

No Academy Award nom, but plenty of respect.

Cinemablend

6 of the best new shows and movies streaming this week on Disney Plus, Netflix, Prime Video, and more (January 26–February 1)

The latest Marvel TV show, the return of Bridgerton, and much more

Total Film

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5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more (Jan. 24-25)

Looking for what to watch this weekend? ‘The Smashing Machine,’ ‘Eleanor the Great,’ and more top new movies just landed on streaming services.

Tom’s Guide

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more this weekend (January 23)

From anticipated new shows to the streaming debut of two movie biopics, here's what you'll want to watch this weekend.

TechRadar

Your weekend binge list: 9 new shows and movies to stream on Netflix, Hulu and more (Jan. 23-25)

This weekend’s streaming picks across new movies and shows range from thrillers to comedies, including "The Beauty," "Steal" and "The Smashing Machine.

Tom’s Guide

6 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime, Disney Plus, and more (January 23-25)

Ryan Murphy's new show and Dwayne Johnson's award-winning film are among this week's best streaming titles

Total Film

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What to Stream: 'The Smashing Machine,' Louis Tomlinson, 'The Beauty' and Bruce Springsteen biopic

Dwayne Johnson transforming into MMA pioneer Mark Kerr for “The Smashing Machine” and Louis Tomlinson releasing his third solo album are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you

The Independent UK

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson 'learned deeper level of empathy' for late dad

Hollywood star and WWE legend Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has revealed how The Smashing Machine changed his relationship with late dad Rocky Johnson.

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The Actors Awards Nominations Were Bad News For Dwayne Johnson And More A-Listers In Contention To Get Recognized

With nominees also come snubs.

Cinemablend

New on HBO Max in January 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch

There's plenty to check out on HBO and Max this January, and we've rounded up our favorite picks.

Tom’s Guide

Dwayne Johnson Was Super Stressed The Morning Golden Globes Noms Came Out. How Ryan Coogler Made His Day

Game recognizes game!

Cinemablend

“[The] Plastic Surgeon Needs To Be Arrested”: Emily Blunt’s Recent Interview Sparks Wild Reactions

Fans claimed Emily Blunt’s plastic surgeon “needs to be arrested” after her interview with Rose Byrne for the A24 Podcast.

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Vin Diesel applauds Dwayne Johnson’s Smashing Machine performance after long-running feud

The actors co-starred in the Fast and Furious franchise

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Vin Diesel buries the hatchet with Fast and Furious co-star Dwayne Johnson for good in emotional post: "[We] created something unforgettable"

Vin Diesel pumps the brakes on feud with Fast and Furious co-star Dwayne Johnson as he praises "one of the most dynamic pairings in cinema"

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Vin Diesel heaps praise on Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson following end of feud

Vin Diesel has praised his "dynamic" partnership with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson following the end of their public feud.

Total Film

Dwayne Johnson had "an out-of-body experience" listening to Christopher Nolan praising his performance in The Smashing Machine: "All I could say was 'thank you'"

Christopher Nolan counting his Smashing Machine performance among "the best of the year" was "inspiring", says Dwayne Johnson

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20 “Awful” Physical Transformations Actors Endured For Movie Roles

“I understood how you could get so wrapped up in a role that it could sort of take you down."

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The Rock pays tribute to Brendan Fraser for helping kickstart his acting career 24 years ago in The Mummy Returns: "I love that man for that"

Dwayne Johnson is still grateful to Brendan Fraser for "embracing" him as a first-time actor on set of The Mummy Returns

BANG Premier

Christopher Nolan lauds Dwayne Johnson's 'incredible' performance in The Smashing Machine

Christopher Nolan was very impressed with Dwayne Johnson's performance in The Smashing Machine and told director Benny Safdie that his movie about former wrestler Mark Kerr will be "understood" more over time despite disappointing box office figures.

The Independent UK

Christopher Nolan says Dwayne Johnson has given best movie performance of 2025

‘It’s a really remarkable poiece of work,’ the ‘Oppenheimer’ director says

Total Film

Christopher Nolan calls The Rock's new movie The Smashing Machine "incredible" and "heartbreaking": "I don't think you'll see a better performance this year"

Despite flopping at the box office, The Smashing Machine has received big praise

Cinemablend

I Wasn't The Smashing Machine's Biggest Fan, But There's Something I Can't Stop Thinking About

It's all in the details.

Cinemablend

After The Smashing Machine, 5 UFC Fighters I'd Love To See Get Biopics

More MMA biopics, Hollywood, please and thank you.

International Business Times UK

Flopped? Dwayne Johnson Defends 'The Smashing Machine' After Shockingly Weak Debut

Dwayne Johnson defends his dramatic turn in Benny Safdie's 'The Smashing Machine' after a £4.45m ($6.00m) opening weekend; festival praise and industry analysis explain the divide.

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