Okay fellow survivors get hyped! The wait is almost over. We finally have a release date for The Last Of Us Season 2 and it is closer than you think! Get ready to dive back into the heartbreaking and intense world of Joel and Ellie because things are about to get even more complicated.
The Countdown Begins: The Last Of Us Season 2 Premieres This April – Here's When and Where to Watch
Dust off your clicker defenses and stock up on emotional tissues because The Last Of Us Season 2 will officially premiere on Sunday April 13th. That's right April 13th folks. Circle that date in your calendar set your reminders and prepare yourselves.
Just like Season 1 Season 2 will air on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. New episodes will drop every Sunday after the premiere so you have got your Sunday nights covered for the next couple of months. There will be a total of seven episodes in this season. Get ready for seven weeks of post-apocalyptic drama zombie-like horrors and seriously powerful performances.
Five Years Later: Season 2 Jumps Ahead and Joel and Ellie's Bond is Tested Like Never Before
Season 2 is not picking up right where Season 1 left off. Instead we are jumping forward five years in the timeline. That means Joel and Ellie have been navigating this dangerous world for half a decade since the events of the first season. But things are not exactly smooth sailing for our duo.
Get ready for some distance between Joel and Ellie. Actor Pedro Pascal who plays Joel mentioned that the season opens with a painful separation between them. This time jump and the growing estrangement between Joel and Ellie are going to be major emotional drivers for Season 2. Expect their bond to be tested in ways you cannot even imagine.
Enter Abby: Meet the Newcomer Set to Shake Things Up in The Last Of Us World
If you are familiar with The Last Of Us Part II video game you know that Season 2 is going to introduce some crucial new characters. The biggest one is Abby played by Kaitlyn Dever . Abby is a central figure in Part II and her arrival is going to change everything.
Creators Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann are teasing that while they are adapting the game they are also planning some surprises. Mazin hinted that fans should "expect the unexpected". They are not just doing a straight scene-for-scene remake. Some things will be the same some things will be expanded and some things might be different to fit the TV show format.
One key change they are already revealing is how Abby is introduced. In the game you play as Abby early on building empathy for her character. For the show they are shifting that. Druckmann explained that they will reveal Abby's connections to Joel and Ellie earlier to give viewers important context right away. This sounds like it could make for a very different viewing experience even for game players.
Cast Reactions: Pedro Pascal on Emotional Toll and Bella Ramsey on Favorite Scenes
Pedro Pascal has been talking about the emotional weight of Season 2. He admitted that this role is uniquely challenging for him. He finds it hard to separate himself from what Joel is going through saying he "kind of feel[s] their pain". He even joked that he was in an "unhealthy mindset" while filming because of how deeply he connects with the character's struggles. That sounds intense right?
Despite the emotional heaviness Pascal also shared that filming with Bella Ramsey who plays Ellie was still a comforting experience. Even when their characters are distant on screen the actors still have a strong bond off-screen. Pascal mentioned that filming his first scene with Ramsey for Season 2 felt like "coming home" even amidst the painful distance between Joel and Ellie in the story.
Bella Ramsey also teased some exciting things to come particularly in the later episodes of the season. She said that "some of the stuff in the last episode particularly the last two episodes are some of my favorite favorite favorite things to film". She hinted that these episodes will be impactful and hopefully amazing to watch. Ramsey herself has not even seen the final episodes yet adding to the anticipation.
Character Posters Homage Game and Newcomers Join the Cast
HBO and Max have dropped some cool character posters for Season 2 and they are a direct nod to The Last Of Us Part II game cover art. The posters feature returning stars like Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey and also highlight new cast members like Kaitlyn Dever as Abby Isabela Merced as Dina and Young Mazino as Jesse.
Other newcomers joining the cast include Ariela Barer as Mel Tati Gabrielle as Nora Spencer Lord as Owen and Jeffrey Wright as Isaac. Catherine O’Hara is also set to guest star as a new character created for the show Joel's therapist Gail. It is a mix of familiar faces and fresh talent ready to bring this next chapter to life.
Get Ready for a Wild Ride: Key Things to Know About The Last Of Us Season 2
- Release Date: Premieres Sunday April 13th on HBO and Max.
- Streaming: Available to stream on Max.
- Episodes: 7 episodes in total airing weekly on Sundays.
- Time Jump: Season 2 jumps 5 years ahead from Season 1.
- Joel and Ellie's Relationship: Expect estrangement and tested bonds.
- New Characters: Abby (Kaitlyn Dever) Dina (Isabela Merced) Jesse (Young Mazino) and more crucial characters from Part II game are introduced.
- Game Adaptation: While adapting Part II creators are promising surprises and changes from the game's storyline.
The Wait is Almost Over: Are You Ready for The Last Of Us Season 2?
April 13th cannot come soon enough! The Last Of Us Season 2 is poised to be another emotional and thrilling ride. With a time jump new characters game-changing plot points and incredible performances it sounds like HBO is about to deliver another must-watch season. Are you ready to return to the world of The Last Of Us? Let us know in the comments what you are most excited about!