Mark Hamill joins Peacock's Twisted Metal for season three

Actor Mark Hamill has joined the cast of Peacock's "Twisted Metal" for its upcoming third season. The Emmy Award winner will play a recurring role as Pope Charlie Kane, the leader of the Eastern Sovereignty and the estranged father of the murderous clown Sweet Tooth.

The casting was confirmed in industry reports on June 15 and 16, 2026. Series star and executive producer Anthony Mackie welcomed Hamill, calling him a true legend who has influenced generations of actors. Mackie said the team is excited to see what Hamill brings to the post-apocalyptic world of the show.

Hamill's arrival coincides with significant behind-the-scenes changes for the series. David Reed, known for his work on "The Boys," has taken over as showrunner and executive producer for Season 3, following the departure of former showrunner Michael Jonathan Smith. Additionally, actor Mike Mitchell, who played the character Stu, will not be returning for the new season. This is a notable shift as Stu won the Twisted Metal tournament at the end of Season 2, seemingly positioning him for a larger role.

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