The movie tells the story of a widowed husband rebuilding his life, reported Deadline.
Davis (Gyllenhaal) feels lost and alone following the tragic death of his wife - but a complaint to a vending machine company helps re-inspire his passion for living.
"Demolition" is the opening film for the prestigious 2015 Toronto International Film Festival.
Naomi Watts, Chris Cooper and Judah Lewis have supporting roles in the drama, which has been tipped as a future Oscar contender.
"Demolition" opens on April 8 in the US.