Star Wars Legend Mark Hamill Joins The Twisted Metal TV Show In A Key Role

Legendary Star Wars actor Mark Hamill—best known for his iconic portrayal of Luke Skywalker—is set to join Peacock's Twisted Metal TV show for its upcoming third season. The news was first confirmed by The InSneider, with Deadline later corroborating the report. Details about the character Hamill will play follow the spoiler warning below.

Hamill is the latest high-profile addition to Twisted Metal, joining a growing list of A-list talent. Anthony Carrigan joined Season 2 as Calypso, while Tiana Okoye stepped into the role of Dollface for the same season. The show centers on John Doe (Anthony Mackie) and Quiet (Stephanie Beatriz), who are the main characters in this dark, comedic take on the Twisted Metal universe.

Twisted Metal has proven to be a major hit for Peacock, securing its position as the platform's second-highest-reaching original returning scripted show. The series is based on the iconic PlayStation game franchise and is executive produced by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, the creative minds behind Deadpool.

Michael Jonathan Smith, known for his work on Cobra Kai, was the showrunner for Seasons 1 and 2 but has since stepped down. He has been replaced by David Reed, who has experience on shows like The Boys and Supernatural.

While a release date for Twisted Metal Season 3 has not yet been announced, fans can expect the show to continue its blend of satire, action, and dark humor. The series is produced in part by PlayStation Productions, the division of PlayStation responsible for adapting game properties into film and television. Upcoming projects from the studio include adaptations of Helldivers, Horizon, Days Gone, Bloodborne, and Ghost of Tsushima, as well as TV versions of The Last of Us and God of War.

STORY SPOILERS FOR TWISTED METAL FOLLOW BELOW.

Mark Hamill will portray Pope Charlie Kane in Season 3. Kane is the leader of the Eastern Sovereignty and the father of Sweet Tooth, a character physically brought to life by Joe Seanoa (better known as Samoa Joe in professional wrestling) and voiced by Will Arnett.

Anthony Mackie, who also serves as an executive producer on Twisted Metal, shared his excitement about Hamill's involvement. In a statement, he praised Hamill as a "true legend who’s influenced generations of actors." This marks another significant addition to the Twisted Metal cast, further elevating the show's appeal and credibility.

  • Hamill's role as Pope Charlie Kane introduces a new layer of complexity to the Twisted Metal story.
  • Sweet Tooth's dual portrayal by Seanoa and Arnett adds an interesting dynamic to the narrative.
  • Mackie's involvement as both actor and executive producer highlights the show's continued commitment to quality and innovation.