Overview

• The trailer for The Last of Us Season 2 set a new record for HBO and Max, with 158 million views in its first three days—a 160% increase over previous trailers for the series.
• Season 2 premieres on April 13, 2025, and will consist of seven episodes, continuing the story of Joel and Ellie while introducing new challenges and dynamics.
• Kaitlyn Dever joins the cast as Abby, a central character from the video game sequel, alongside other newcomers like Isabela Merced as Dina and Young Mazino as Jesse.
• Season 2 will incorporate spores, a key feature from the games, marking a shift from the tendrils used in Season 1 to better align with the source material.
• The showrunners have confirmed that the series will expand on the game’s story, with additional seasons planned to fully explore its narrative and characters.