Oleksandr Usyk starred in the movie The Smashing Machine: role details

Oleksandr Usyk appeared in a new film. The absolute world champion in boxing played the role of Ukrainian MMA fighter Ihor Vovchanchyn in the movie 'The Smashing Machine'. The star of the film is Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, and his opponent is Mark Kerr. At the Venice Film Festival, the film received praise from critics.

Usyk filmed his scenes before starting the training camp ahead of the fight with Dubois. The film tells the story of Vovchanchyn's fights with Kerr during the early days of MMA. These fights became historically known as classics, where the Ukrainian won in the second match.

Official trailer for The Smashing Machine

About the release and impressions of the film

The film 'The Smashing Machine' has received a high rating on IMDb and good reviews from critics. It has been noted that the film could contend for an 'Oscar' due to the acting of Johnson and Blunt. It was praised for its grim and realistic style, emphasizing addiction to painkillers and victories.

The premiere is scheduled for October 3, 2025. This promising film will surely please fans of boxing and good cinema.

In the new film 'The Smashing Machine', Oleksandr Usyk played the role of Ukrainian MMA fighter Ihor Vovchanchyn. The film has received positive reviews from critics, and its premiere is set for October 3, 2025. The film is noted for its grim and realistic style, making it promising for both boxing fans and cinema enthusiasts.