Overview

• Season 2 picks up five years after the events of the first season, with Joel and Ellie living in Jackson, Wyoming, and navigating a strained relationship stemming from past secrets.
• The season consists of seven episodes and adapts roughly half of the storyline from the video game sequel, The Last of Us Part II.
• Critics have praised Bella Ramsey's performance as Ellie, highlighting their emotional depth and growth as a standout aspect of the season.
• New characters, including Abby (Kaitlyn Dever), Dina (Isabela Merced), and Jesse (Young Mazino), are introduced, expanding the narrative's complexity and emotional stakes.
• The season delves into themes of revenge, moral ambiguity, and the dynamics of survival, while also exploring new factions like the Washington Liberation Front and the Seraphites.