Twisted Metal season two crashes onto Peacock on July 31

Summary

Get ready for more twisted thrills! The second season of *Twisted Metal* premieres on July 31, with all episodes dropping at once on Peacock. Anthony Mackie, Stephanie Beatriz, and Will Arnett return alongside new addition Anthony Carrigan as Calypso, bringing the demolition derby tournament to life. With a team behind it that includes vets from *Cobra Kai* and *Deadpool*, the series mixes action and comedy in a post-apocalyptic U.S., leaning into its goofy, *Fallout*-esque humor while joining the wave of successful gaming adaptations dominating TV and film.

Additional Summaries

"Get ready for a demolition derby showdown! The highly anticipated second season of *Twisted Metal* is returning this July 31 exclusively on Peacock, with all episodes available at once—no weekly releases. Starring Anthony Mackie and Stephanie Beatriz, plus Will Arnett as Sweet Tooth and Anthony Carrigan (from *Barry*) as Calypso, the season will focus entirely on the titular tournament. The first season was a surprisingly fun ride, blending humor, action, and a post-apocalyptic vibe reminiscent of Fallout but with a fresh, goofy twist—much like the series’ first outing. If you enjoyed *Knuckles* or *The Last of Us*, this is the show for you."

The TV adaptation of *Twisted Metal* is returning for a second season on Peacock, with all episodes available simultaneously on July 31. Returning stars include Anthony Mackie, Stephanie Beatriz, Will Arnett as "Sweet Tooth," and Anthony Carrigan from *Barry*. The show will focus exclusively on the demolition derby format after its absence in the first season. Created by teams behind *Cobra Kai* and *Deadpool*, it joins a growing trend of video game TV adaptations alongside titles like *Knuckles* and *The Last of Us*. While the first season was well-received, this one emphasizes the action-comedy post-apocalyptic U.S., making it worth watching alongside other modern adapts.