Anthony Carrigan is joining the cast of Peacock’s Twisted Metal as a Season 2 regular. He will play Calypso, a character from the Twisted Metal video games who is described as the mysterious, charismatic host and creator of a dangerous demolition derby tournament, who invites all assassins, vigilantes, mercenaries and joyriders to participate. To the winner, he offers the prize of making their greatest wish come true, but with Calypso there’s always a twist.
Also joining the cast of the action comedy series are Richard de Klerk (A Teenage Prophet, Strange Empire), Patty Guggenheim (She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, Florida Girls), and Tiana Okoye (Panhandle, Mrs. Davis) in recurring guest roles with details yet to come.
An Award-Winning Addition to the Roster
Carrigan is best known for playing NoHo Hank in Barry, which ran on HBO for four seasons from 2018 to 2023 and earned him three Emmy nominations. Notably, he received a nomination for his performance in the episode it takes a psycho
, during which Hank saves his partner Cristobal only to lose him soon after.
An important addition: Carrigan will soon appear in A24’s Death of a Unicorn and James Gunn’s upcoming Superman film as Metamorpho. Represented by CAA, Schlegal Entertainment, and Mitch Smelkinson, Carrigan’s range provides a compelling mix of drama and dark comedy.
An Ensemble Cast Boasting Versatility
The acclaimed ensemble continues to grow. Richard de Klerk is represented by the Arthur Agency and Untitled Entertainment; Patty Guggenheim by 3 Arts and IAG; Tiana Okoye by United Talent Agency and Echo Lake Entertainment.
Diving into Twisted Metal’s Storyline
Based on the popular PlayStation games, Twisted Metal stars Anthony Mackie as John Doe. Season 1 saw the motor-mouthed outsider offered a chance at a better life, but only if he can successfully deliver a mysterious package across a post-apocalyptic wasteland.
The first season follows John Doe alongside Stephanie Beatriz’s Quiet, navigating through savage marauders, including a deranged clown driving an all-too-familiar ice cream truck.
Mackie’s Role Highlighted by Creators
Mackie’s versatility is emphasized by Asad Qizilbash:
We’re thrilled to have Anthony Mackie on board. His ability to blend comedy, action and drama is perfect for the Twisted world we’re creating.
The Talent Behind the Series Production
The production team features renowned names:
Twisted Metal was developed for television by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, who executive produce alongside showrunner Michael Jonathan Smith; Mackie himself via Make It With Gravy Productions; Arnett and Marc Forman for Electric Avenue; Jason Spire for Inspire Entertainment; Peter Principato for Artists First; Asad Qizilbash and Carter Swan for PlayStation Productions; and Hermen Hulst, head of PlayStation Studios. The series is produced by Sony Pictures Television, PlayStation Productions, and Universal Television.
