US EditionStephanie Beatriz: Quiet Wants to Fix an Unfair World in 'Twisted Metal' S2
NEW SAN FRANCISCO, JUL 31 – Season 2 of Twisted Metal introduces new characters and a deadly vehicle combat tournament where the winner earns a wish, delivering more action and deeper character development, Peacock said.
- Twisted Metal season 2, starring Stephanie Beatriz as Quiet, premieres on Peacock streaming on July 31, 2025, with the first three episodes released.
- The season picks up seven months after season one, where John and Quiet have moved on separately before reuniting for a deadly demolition derby tournament.
- Quiet fights for equality in a post-apocalyptic world, aiming to level the playing field by breaking down city walls while working with Dollface and facing ethical tensions.
- Anthony Carrigan plays Calypso, the tournament's gamemaster who grants the winner any wish, though not always in the way expected, adding unpredictability and tension.
- The season expands on the characters' arcs and world, balancing action and comedy, and suggests ongoing conflict about partnership and the cost of fighting for justice.
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