HBO's highly anticipated The Last of Us Season 2 premieres this April! Mark your calendars: Sunday, April 13th at 9pm ET/PT on HBO and streaming on Max. This seven-episode season promises to be a thrilling continuation of Joel and Ellie's journey.
Picking up five years after the events of Season 1, we find Joel and Ellie settled with Tommy in Montana. Season 2 adapts the events of The Last of Us Part II, so fans of the game are in for a wild ride. Prepare for a story that will delve into complex themes and relationships.
Returning are Pedro Pascal as Joel and Bella Ramsey as Ellie, joined by a stellar cast of newcomers: Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, Isabela Merced as Dina, Merle Dandridge as Marlene (Note: Young Mazin is not listed in official cast announcements), and Ariela Barer as Mel, and Tati Gabrielle as Nora. Interestingly, Gabrielle will also star in Naughty Dog's upcoming game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
The Last of Us Season 2 Character Posters
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Following the phenomenal success of Season 1—which garnered numerous Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards and Primetime Emmy nominations—HBO is clearly invested in the future of The Last of Us. Francesca Orsi has hinted at a potential four-season run, suggesting this season won't fully adapt the entire game.
Read our review of The Last of Us Season 1 here.