The Last of Us Season 2 Release Date Confirmed

HBO's highly anticipated The Last of Us Season 2 premieres this April! Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 13th at 9pm ET/PT, streaming simultaneously on Max. This seven-episode season promises a thrilling continuation of Joel and Ellie's journey.

Set five years after the events of Season 1, the story picks up with Joel, Ellie, and Tommy residing in their Montana commune. Season 2 adapts the narrative of The Last of Us Part II, so familiarity with the game is recommended for a deeper understanding of the unfolding events.

Returning are Pedro Pascal as Joel and Bella Ramsey as Ellie, joined by a stellar cast of newcomers: Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, Isabela Merced as Dina, Merle Dandridge as Marlene, Lamar Johnson as Frank, Keivonn Woodard as Sam, Graham Greene as Marlon, and Melanie Lynskey as Kathleen. Tati Gabrielle takes on the role of Nora. Gabrielle will also star in Naughty Dog's upcoming game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.

The Last of Us Season 2 Character Posters

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Following the phenomenal success of Season 1—which garnered numerous Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards and Primetime Emmy nominations (including Outstanding Drama Series)—HBO is eagerly anticipating the next chapter. Francesca Orsi, from HBO, has hinted at a potential four-season run for the series, indicating that this season won't encompass the entirety of the game's story.

Read our review of The Last of Us Season 1 here.