Twisted Metal: Season 1

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Peacock | Season Premiere Date: July 27, 2023

Summary: John Doe (Anthony Mackie) teams up with a car thief named Quiet (Stephanie Beatriz) to deliver a mysterious package in a post-apocalyptic world that includes an ice cream truck driving killer clown (Will Arnett) in this comedy-action series based on the PlayStation video game of the same name.

Genre(s): Comedy, Action & Adventure

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S1:E10. SHNGRLA
Air Date: July 27, 2023
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S1:E9. R04DK11
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S1:E8. EV3L1N
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The Telegraph Ed Power

Mar 21, 2024

Twisted Metal the TV show is brought to the screen by the producers of the Deadpool movies starring Ryan Reynolds, and holds true to its pixelated predecessor’s manic qualities. .... Mackie and Beatriz have a matey chemistry and their characters’ cautious friendship gives the series its emotional core. Read full review

William Hughes

Jul 26, 2023

The show’s plot, especially, is total nonsense, sending Mackie racing across a decent chunk of the country with a ticking clock that never seems to meaningfully tick. There are ideas, images, and jokes worth seeing here, to be sure. But it’s a long trek to get to them. Read full review

Rob Owen

Jul 27, 2023

Mackie, borrowing some comedic delivery stylings from Eddie Murphy, proves again he’s a welcome lead actor, effortlessly playing the humor while also evincing the anguish of John’s past that’s brought to the fore through flashbacks. .... Sometimes characters from these episodic adventures recur as “Twisted Metal” engages in satisfying world-building. Read full review

The Guardian Graeme Virtue

Mar 21, 2024

It all feels very brash and attention-seeking, like the TV equivalent of a lime-green hatchback doing late-night doughnuts in a supermarket car park. But, if you can tune in to Twisted Metal’s motormouth wavelength of childish exuberance, it is certainly a fun ride. Read full review

Brian Lowry

Jul 27, 2023

Twisted Metal – a Peacock series spun out of the PlayStation game – manages to start with a rush of zany energy courtesy of the writers behind “Deadpool,” before hitting potholes as it becomes too over-the-top to justify the ride. Read full review

Christian Holub

Jul 26, 2023

Like so many modern streaming shows, Twisted Metal feels like it would work way better as a movie than a miniseries. Tricky as this tonal balance is, it's a lot easier to maintain for two hours than 10. Read full review

Steven Scaife

Jul 27, 2023

John and Quiet squabble in painfully contrived fashion, resulting in reheated monologues about trust and vengeance that would play poorly in any context but are particularly galling here, padding the runtime of an otherwise interminably wacky series. Read full review

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Darrenblack35

Jul 27, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Twisted Metal is a wild ride of explosive action, dark humor, and twisted characters that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The show is based on the popular video game series of the same name, where drivers compete in a deadly demolition derby using vehicles armed with weapons and gadgets. The show follows John Doe (Anthony Mackie), a mysterious driver who joins the Twisted Metal tournament to win a chance to have his wish granted by the sinister Calypso (Michael Sheen). Along the way, he teams up with Robyn (Stephanie Beatriz), a rebellious mechanic who has her own reasons to enter the competition.

The show is a blast from start to finish, with amazing stunts, spectacular effects, and creative car designs. The show does not shy away from the violence and gore of the game, but also balances it with witty dialogue, hilarious moments, and surprising twists. The show also explores the backstory and motivation of each driver, giving them depth and personality.

The chemistry between Mackie and Beatriz is one of the highlights of the show. They have a great dynamic as they bicker, banter, and bond throughout their journey. Mackie brings charisma and charm to his role as John Doe, while Beatriz delivers sass and sarcasm as Robyn. They are both badass and likable, and you can't help but root for them.

Twisted Metal is a must-watch for fans of the game and anyone who enjoys a good action-comedy. It is one of the best video game adaptations ever made, and a refreshing addition to the genre. I give it a 10 out of 10 rating, and I can't wait for season 2.… Expand

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Drchamp0309

Aug 22, 2023

They did an amazing job. All the easter eggs, cameos.... everything. Also a lot of today's shows don't follow the original content ( i.e Witcher, Disney Remakes ). So tons of respect to the makers of the series for showing the respect to the OG content. Can't wait for more easter eggs andThey did an amazing job. All the easter eggs, cameos.... everything. Also a lot of today's shows don't follow the original content ( i.e Witcher, Disney Remakes ). So tons of respect to the makers of the series for showing the respect to the OG content. Can't wait for more easter eggs and cameos! Also maybe a new game finally, since now Twisted Metal is in the spotlight again!… Expand

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titan2287

Aug 2, 2023

Will Arnett is excellent as the psychopathic clown killer, Sweet Tooth. I do hope there's a second season.

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vityatsoi

Aug 2, 2023

the show is actually very good, it's funny, LOVED all the main and secondary characters. which is crazy because i always hate at least somebody. loved the backstories. i totally wasn't expecting that since the trailers looked awful. yes, the show is probably very cheap and it is campy but itthe show is actually very good, it's funny, LOVED all the main and secondary characters. which is crazy because i always hate at least somebody. loved the backstories. i totally wasn't expecting that since the trailers looked awful. yes, the show is probably very cheap and it is campy but it actually works, since the whole world went insane. also, hell yeah ball pit. also, hell yeah faith no more.… Expand

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ozymandias79

Jul 30, 2023

This is better than most of the rubbish considered "modern entertainment". Give it a chance. Btw, Sweet Tooth, A+++

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Ska-Tea

Aug 2, 2023

There is this thing about Video Games and adaptations which makes us believe it will hurt the source material. The Source is Not the best in terms of narration and its all about shooting eachother with your car.

However, Upon watching the show, the acting would be on par with a typicalThere is this thing about Video Games and adaptations which makes us believe it will hurt the source material. The Source is Not the best in terms of narration and its all about shooting eachother with your car.

However, Upon watching the show, the acting would be on par with a typical Syfy original series. I believe it's on par with shows like Z Nation, which might have a cult following if given a chance, but overall this show is already starting at low expectations. My advice, play the games again and understand you're getting what you deserve, just more back story than you might have asked for.… Expand

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kuehnau

Jul 30, 2023

Another video game franchise used to try and garner views without any consideration for the fans that made the series popular to begin with.

If you never played the games you'll probably enjoy it. For me, besides using iconic characters, this wasn't twisted metal. I won't give the secondAnother video game franchise used to try and garner views without any consideration for the fans that made the series popular to begin with.

If you never played the games you'll probably enjoy it. For me, besides using iconic characters, this wasn't twisted metal. I won't give the second season a chance if it happens. I'm tired of people riding the coattails of popular IPs just to so blatantly ignore it.… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 2

74
- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: July 31, 2025
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: July 27, 2023
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  S1:E10. SHNGRLA
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  S1:E9. R04DK11
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  S1:E8. EV3L1N
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  S1:E7. NUTH0UZ
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  S1:E6. DRVTHRU
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  S1:E2. 3RNCRCS
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  S1:E1. WLUDRV
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