‘Twisted Metal’: Anthony Mackie’s John Doe Enters A Deadly Tournament In Season 2 Teaser Trailer; Release Window Revealed

Dessi Gomez

13 February 2025 at 11:30 am·2-min read

Just before his latest Marvel Cinematic Universe installment Captain America: Brave New World arrives in theaters, the trailer for Twisted Metal Season 2 teased Anthony Mackie’s return as John Doe this summer.

The second season of Michael Jonathan Smith’s comedy action series returns to Peacock in the summer of 2025 with actress Stephanie Beatriz returning alongside Mackie in her role of Quiet.

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Following the revelations in the Season 1 finale, John and Quiet find themselves entering the deadly ‘Twisted Metal’ tournament, a sinister demolition derby hosted by a mysterious man known as Calypso (Anthony Carrigan). As they try to survive an onslaught of dangerous new foes and familiar faces alike, including the murderous clown Sweet Tooth (Will Arnett & Joe Seanoa aka Samoa Joe), things get complicated for John when he reunites with his long-lost sister, the vigilante Dollface.

A note from series writer, showrunner and executive producer Smith: “The stakes couldn’t be higher as John and Quiet risk their lives to compete in the dangerous demolition derby tournament. The prize? A single wish, their greatest hearts desire, granted. The only problem is sixteen other drivers have wishes of their own. In a fast-paced, hysterical, thrilling season with unforgettable characters, it’s too bad not all of them will survive.”

Recurring guest stars include Saylor Bell Curda, Lisa Gilroy, Richard de Klerk, Patty Guggenheim, Tiana Okoye, Michael James Shaw.

Mackie executive produces the series longside Smith (Cobra Kai), Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, Will Arnett and Marc Forman (Electric Avenue), Jason Spire (Inspire Entertainment), Grant Dekernion, Peter Principato (Artists First), Asad Qizilbash and Carter Swan from PlayStation Productions and Hermen Hulst, Head of PlayStation Studios.

Directors include Phil Sgriccia (201-202, 205-206), Bill Benz (203-204, 211-212), Iain MacDonald (207-208) and Bertie Ellwood (209-210).

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