5 Most Terrifying Twisted Metal Characters Ranked for Maximum Nightmare Fuel
Peacock’s Twisted Metal series has been giving us everything we didn’t know we needed in a live-action adaptation of the iconic PlayStation series. From hilariously chaotic moments to pure vehicular carnage, fans of the games and newcomers alike are hooked. But let’s get to the real heroes (or nightmares, depending on your perspective): the characters themselves. Because honestly, anyone who willingly signs up for a death tournament like Twisted Metal probably missed a few warning signs in life.
Here’s a closer look at the deadliest, craziest, and most fan-favorite characters to grace the Twisted Metal universe.
Sweet Tooth
Game/Show: Every Twisted Metal game and Peacock’s series
Description: Sweet Tooth is the undisputed mascot of chaos. A psychotic clown with a flaming head and an ice cream truck capable of flattening entire buildings. Played by the dynamic tag team of Joe Seanoa (physical performance) and Will Arnett (voice), Sweet Tooth brings equal parts menace and hilarity to Peacock‘s adaptation.
Why They’re Crazy: He’s a serial killer clown who lights his own head on fire. Need we say more? And somehow, his ice cream truck is fitted with more weaponry than most armies. Whether you’re a victim of his buzzsaw launcher or his twisted laugh, Sweet Tooth proves why he’s the poster child for vehicular mayhem… literally.
Fan Favorite Status: Absolutely. Sweet Tooth’s menacing charm has made him an icon of the franchise. If you’re hopping into Twisted Metal for the first time, chances are you’re here for this homicidal clown.
Mr. Grimm
Game/Show: Appears in all Twisted Metal games and debuts in season two of the Peacock series.
Description: What happens when the Grim Reaper decides motorcycles are cooler? You get Mr. Grimm, a sickly, skeletal figure who rides a motorbike and occasionally harvests souls. Played hauntingly by Richard De Klerk, this iteration of Grimm leans into his dark and mysterious origins.
Why They’re Deadly: Grimm’s sickle isn’t just for show—this guy swats away bullets like he’s showcasing a new slicing technique. Also, if he’s not a supernatural entity, I’d like to meet whoever did his “driving violently while fending off enemies with one hand” training. Probably better than yours, unless you’ve also dabbled in vehicular death matches.
Fan Favorite Status: Yes! As one of the longest-standing characters in the games, Mr. Grimm’s eerie presence always leaves an impression.
Dollface
Game/Show: Twisted Metal Black and Peacock’s series
Description: Dollface is all about unsettling elegance. Peacock takes the version of Dollface from the games (a woman literally trapped behind a porcelain mask) and makes her a charismatic clan leader with a vengeance.
Why They’re Dangerous: Leadership comes naturally when you’re backed by throngs of Dolls and a big rig that screams “don’t mess with me.” How she manages to command so well while wearing that unblinking mask 24/7 is beyond anyone’s guess, though. Impressive multitasking.
Fan Favorite Status: Increasingly! Fans of the games are enjoying the more fleshed-out version of Dollface in Peacock’s adaptation.
Mayhem
Game/Show: Exclusively for Peacock’s Twisted Metal
Description: The name might be incredibly on-the-nose, but hey, subtlety has always been Twisted Metal’s kryptonite. Mayhem (Saylor Bell Curda) joins the fray with a knack for mischievous anarchy, bouncing between vehicles as the chaos unfolds.
Why They’re Crazy: Mayhem’s lack of experience behind the wheel makes every encounter a series of wonderfully disastrous events. She’s also one of the most unpredictable competitors, so good luck guessing which iconic Twisted Metal vehicle she’ll steal next.
Fan Favorite Status: TBD. Her wild card energy makes her either endearing or downright annoying, depending on the viewer.
Axel
Game/Show: Integral to Twisted Metal’s games, debuting in Twisted Metal 2
Description: Axel (Michael James Shaw) is a man fused between two massive wheels. Yes, you read that right. Somehow, Peacock saw fit to bring Twisted Metal’s most ludicrous character to life, and it absolutely works.
Why They’re Dangerous: You’d think being fully exposed while “driving” would be a disadvantage, but Axel doesn’t care about your logic. He crushes opponents with his giant wheels and can ram through obstacles like it’s just another Tuesday.
Fan Favorite Status: Definitely. Fans love Axel for his tragic backstory and over-the-top design, proving once again that Twisted Metal thrives on absurdity.
Calypso (Bonus Round)
Game/Show: Every Twisted Metal game and the Peacock series
Description: The master of ceremonies for the Twisted Metal tournament, Calypso is here to grant one wish to the victor. But there’s always a string (or ten) attached, because of course there is.
Why They’re Deadly: He doesn’t need to fight… he’s the one making everyone else do the dirty work. And his malicious wish-twisting shenanigans ensure no one really “wins” Twisted Metal. Think “Monkey’s Paw,” but make it darker and more chaotic.
Fan Favorite Status: Mixed. You can’t have Twisted Metal without Calypso, but he’s far more fun to hate than to love.
