The Last of Us Season 2: Release Date, Trailer, Cast, and Everything You Need to Know

Discover everything about the highly anticipated second season of The Last of Us: release date, trailer, cast, and more.

Looking for updates on the second season of The Last of Us? You’ve come to the right place. The series, which currently holds the record for the biggest debut season in HBO history, concluded its first season in March 2023. Since then, viewers have been eagerly awaiting the continuation of the saga, which is finally on the horizon.

What will Season 2 of The Last of Us be about?

While the first season was a faithful adaptation of the 2013 Naughty Dog video game and its 2014 expansion, The Last of Us: Left Behind, the second season is expected to adapt part of The Last of Us Part II, the sequel game released in 2020. This game notably features a five-year time jump. According to the series’ creators, this sequel will be adapted over multiple seasons.

When will Season 2 be released?

Although there is no exact date, HBO confirmed that the second season will premiere sometime in 2025. Bella Ramsey, who plays Ellie, mentioned that filming will likely start in late 2024 or early 2025. Production has been affected by strikes in Hollywood, but negotiations have resumed.

Who is in the cast?

The second season will feature Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller and Bella Ramsey as Ellie. Returning actors include Gabriel Luna as Tommy and Rutina Wesley as Maria. New additions include Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, Young Mazino as Jesse, and Isabela Merced as Dina. Additionally, Catherine O’Hara and Jeffrey Wright will join in yet-to-be-revealed roles.

Is there a trailer available?

Yesterday, an official trailer was released, offering a first look at the new characters and some impactful scenes.

First Images

To date, HBO has released two images from the second season, showing Pascal and Ramsey in their respective roles.

Stay tuned for more updates on The Last of Us Season 2!