The first season of HBO’s The Last of Us was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. The series aired in 2023, was considered one of the best game adaptations, and broke viewing records. After this success, exciting news started to come for the highly anticipated season 2.
In season 2, new characters will join Ellie and Joel, who we know from the first season. The most striking of these characters is Abby. Abby will be played by Kaitlyn Dever, a young actress we know from movies like Booksmart and Dopesick.
Isabela Merced will play Dina, and Young Mazino will play Jesse in the series. Danny Ramirez, Ariela Barer, Tati Gabrielle, and Spencer Lord are among the other names in the new season.
The characters that will appear in The Last of Us season 2
- Abby: Kaitlyn Dever
- Dina: Isabela Merced
- Jesse: Young Mazino
- Manny: Danny Ramirez
- Mel: Ariela Barer
- Nora: Tati Gabrielle
- Owen: Spencer Lord
When will season 2 be released?
Season 2 of the series is expected to air in 2025. The exact date is unknown, but fans are already looking forward to it.
What can we expect from season 2?
Season 2 is expected to tell a darker and more emotional story than the first. The arrival of new characters will lead to big changes in Ellie and Joel’s lives.
Is Ellie on season 2 of The Last of Us?
Yes, Ellie will appear in season 2 of The Last of Us. Ellie will be played again by Bella Ramsey. Season 2 will focus on Ellie’s experiences and changes after the first season’s events.
Will there be a season 3 of The Last of Us?
Season 3 of The Last of Us still has no official confirmation. However, the following makes a season 3 very likely:
- The show’s huge success: Both viewership records and reviews from critics are great for The Last of Us. HBO usually continues its successful productions.
- Source material: The Last of Us Part II offers ample material for season 3. The series, which tells the story of the first game in 1 season, can also include the sequel’s story.
- Explanation: The show’s creators have given positive signals about possible sequels. It is implicitly stated that Part II could be spread over two seasons, as it is difficult to tell the story of the second game in one season.
In short, season 3 of The Last of Us is a real possibility, even without official confirmation. We can say that the success of season 2 will make this even more likely.
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