The Rock reacts to Oscar snub for The Smashing Machine
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Dwayne Johnson, known as The Rock, expressed disappointment over not receiving an Oscar nomination for his role in the biopic The Smashing Machine. The film, which tells the story of UFC veteran Mark Kerr, did not perform well at the box office despite positive reviews. Johnson noted that while it was disheartening not to be nominated, the experience has motivated him to pursue future projects. His next project is a Hawaiian crime drama directed by Martin Scorsese, currently in early production.
- •The Smashing Machine flopped at the box office despite favorable reviews.
- •Johnson expressed a desire for an Oscar nomination that did not materialize.
- •The film garnered a nomination for its makeup team at the Academy Awards.
- •Johnson plans to work on a new project with Martin Scorsese.
- 12:30 PMWrestling Inc — WWE's The Rock Comments On Not Being Nominated For An Oscar For The Smashing Machine
"The Rock discusses not being nominated for an Academy Award.
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