The Smashing Machine

The film begins with an interview of Mark Kerr, who explains to the interviewer his success in Ultimate Fighting, before he leaves for his next bout.

In 1999, Mark is at home with his girlfriend, Dawn, with whom he shares a complicated relationship. Mark scolds her lightly for making a bulking shake incorrectly, but then apologizes. He prepares for a fight while being coached by Mark Coleman, and stumbles in and out of drug use while meeting Japanese officials regarding his pay.