Twisted Metal Live-Action TV Series Gets Deal With Peacock In New Report

Exploring the opportunities that follows the formation of PlayStation Productions more than two years ago, it was already confirmed that the ongoing Uncharted movie and The Last of Us HBO series is part of this new initiative. However, there is also a third production underway following its forming – a Twisted Metal TV series. Yes, the legacy IP is returning with a new tale for a new medium.

Following it was told that the new television series would be including Deadpool/Zombieland writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick for the production as well. More recently, it was reported that the TV show already decided on its star for the new series. From Deadline, it was reported that Anthony Mackie (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier) will be casted as John Doe.

From Deadline once more, it is revealed that the Twisted Metal TV show upon airing will be over at NBC’s Peacock streaming service. Below is a statement by Sony Pictures Television Studios President Jeff Frost and co-President Jason Clodfelter:

We are thrilled that our first series with our good friends at Peacock is with our amazing partners at Electric Avenue, Universal Television and colleagues at PlayStation ProductionsMichael Jonathan Smith and Rhett and Paul have ingeniously brought this high-action comedy to life and we are so fortunate to have Anthony at the center of the show. We look forward to this incredible team blowing audiences away with this twisted and inventive concept.

NBCUniversal Television and Streaming president scripted content Lisa Katz continues, “Twisted Metal has been a global phenomenon for more than 25 years but it was the creative vision for this live-action adaptation, led by Michael Jonathan Smith, Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, that blew us away. Also Anthony Mackie starring made it undeniable.

“This adrenalin-infused comedy series is in expert hands with our partners at Sony Pictures Television, PlayStation Productions and Universal Television, and will be the perfect addition to Peacock as we continue to look for uniquely entertaining programs.” The project is still in production alongside new reports confirming a new Jak & Daxter adaptation is also in motion too.

“Twisted Metal is one of PlayStation’s most beloved franchises,” said Asad Qizilbash, head of PlayStation Productions. “We are thrilled to have such an amazing creative team and partners working together who have such passion for this iconic property. We can’t wait for fans to see what we have planned for them.”

Recently, Sony Pictures Tom Rothman expressed his excitement for the response to Uncharted hitting theaters for its opening weekend. For the three-day Presidents Day weekend, Uncharted generated more than $100 million in the box office globally as it is now framed to be “a new hit movie franchise.” You can read the full report by heading here.

Are you interested in the plans for the Twisted Metal heading to Peacock?

Source: Deadline