AceShowbiz - Mark Hamill is set to appear in a recurring role on the third season of the TV series Twisted Metal, Comicbookmovie reports. He will take on the character of Pope Charlie Kane, the leader of the Eastern Sovereignty and the estranged father of Sweet Tooth.

Deadline confirms Hamill’s casting and adds that the role connects directly to Sweet Tooth, a character voiced by Will Arnett and portrayed by Joe Seanoa in the series. Themovieblog also notes that Twisted Metal, which streams on Peacock, is based on the classic PlayStation video game franchise and was renewed for a third season last November. Details about Season 3’s storyline have yet to be revealed, but the show has shifted showrunners with David Reed stepping in to replace Michael Jonathan Smith for this upcoming season.

Mark Hamill is best known for his iconic role as Luke Skywalker in the original Star Wars trilogy. With nearly 200 acting credits to his name, he has a diverse career spanning TV, film, and voice acting. His early television appearances include roles on General Hospital, Owen Marshall: Counselor at Law, and Room 222. Hamill has also earned multiple award nominations for his voice work and live-action roles, reflecting his versatile talent across genres.

This casting adds significant star power to Twisted Metal, which has become one of Peacock’s most-watched original series since its 2023 debut. Anthony Mackie, who stars and executive produces the series, expressed enthusiasm about Hamill joining the cast, highlighting the excitement surrounding his portrayal of Pope Charlie Kane. As the show continues to evolve, this new addition promises to deepen the complex world and character dynamics fans have come to enjoy.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Comicbookmovie.