Brooklyn Nine-Nine Star's Brilliant Idea Sparks Epic Mini-Reunion in Exciting New Video Game Show

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Stephanie Beatriz suggested Jason Mantzoukas for a role in Twisted Metal, leading to a mini Brooklyn Nine-Nine reunion.

Beatriz imagined Mantzoukas playing the role of Preacher in Twisted Metal and noted his ability to bring a wild and unpredictable element that had the crew in fits of laughter. Although Beatriz and Mantzoukas' characters shared a romance in Brooklyn Nine-Nine, their relationship in Twisted Metal would have a distinct and unique dynamic.

The article includes spoilers for Twisted Metal. Actor Stephanie Beatriz suggested reuniting with her co-star Jason Mantzoukas from Brooklyn Nine-Nine for the show. In Peacock's adaptation of the popular video game franchise, Beatriz plays Quiet, who embarks on a post-apocalyptic journey with John Doe (Anthony Mackie). During an interview with TV Insider, Beatriz shared that she imagined Mantzoukas in the role of Preacher in episode 8 and mentioned that he brought a lot of laughter to the set. Read Beatriz's comments about the mini Brooklyn Nine-Nine reunion below:

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In episode 8 of the first season of Twisted Metal, titled "EV3L1N," John and Quiet unexpectedly encounter Mantzoukas' character at a gathering organized by the Holy Men. Realizing that their car, the orange Subaru named Evelin, had been stolen by him, John decides to confront Preacher and challenge him to a physical altercation. Throughout the brawl, Preacher showcases his wild acrobatic skills and boasts about the numerous individuals he has eliminated, seemingly deriving pleasure from each moment of the intense fight. The confrontation reaches its climax when Preacher nearly stabs John.

Quiet and Preacher did not have a face-off, but the latter's rescue at the end of the episode, following the explosion of the car, leaves open the possibility of the two characters meeting again in a potential second season of Twisted Metal. However, their dynamic would be completely different compared to the relationship between Beatriz and Mantzoukas' characters in Brooklyn Nine-Nine. While the police comedy explored their romantic feelings for each other over multiple seasons, their relationship ultimately did not last.

Interestingly, Mantzoukas was considered early on by his former co-star for a role. The character of Pimento in Brooklyn Nine-Nine shares some similarities with Preacher, particularly in their dark sense of humor. In the sitcom, Diaz initially sensed something suspicious about Pimento. If Twisted Metal is renewed for a second season, it raises the question of whether Preacher will make a comeback and if there will be any significant moments between him and Quiet.

Source: TV Insider