The wait's almost over, folks! The second season we've all been buzzing about—The Last Of Us—is nearly here. HBO's got us counting down till Sunday, April 13th, when we'll finally get our fix with a seven-episode lineup dropping weekly. Can't wait!
What lies ahead in season two
For those who fell head over heels with season one, those intense post-apocalyptic vibes are back. Based on Naughty Dog's hit 2013 game, it introduced us all back then—a catastrophic fungal outbreak that pretty much turned America on its head. We got hooked on Ellie, played by Bella Ramsey, and Joel, with Pedro Pascal at his best. Their journey was a whirlwind that ended with Joel making that jaw-dropping choice at Firefly's base that left us all gobsmacked.
Diving deeper: new stories and tangled ties
Fast forward five years. We're picking up with Ellie and Joel and seeing how they're dealing with that monumental decision Joel made. Safe or sorry, it wasn't without its repercussions.
Gamers, rejoice! Abby, a pivotal new character, steps onto this chaotic stage, portrayed by none other than Kaitlyn Dever. Her storyline? A quest fueled by vengeance and wrapped in questions about justice and redemption. She'll have company, too—her tight-knit crew includes Owen, played by Spencer Lord (yep, from Riverdale), and Mel, portrayed by Ariela Barer (you might know her from How To Blow Up A Pipeline). Then there's Nora, brought in by Tati Gabrielle, and Manny, played by Danny Ramirez from Top Gun: Maverick fame. Quite a lineup, huh?
Breaking new ground with representation
This season, Ellie's journey takes on a fresh twist, spotlighting her relationship with Dina, a new character played by Isabela Merced (she's been in Madame Web). This romance gives us an intimate look at love and identity—Bella Ramsey's raring and ready, super excited about diving deep here.
And let me throw this in—Catherine O'Hara from Schitt's Creek fame joins us as a guest star. There's plenty buzzing about who she'll portray, with Joel's therapist being a hot favorite. Plus, Jeffrey Wright's back as Isaac, leading his paramilitary crew with that mighty Washington Liberation Front flair. Expect more action there!
Get ready, it's going down!
Ever since it dropped in January 2023, this series has earned its spot in hearts everywhere. With eight Emmys under its belt and a slew more nominations at prestigious award shows, it's clear critics and audiences alike are smitten.
As season two rolls around, anticipation's soaring. All that action, all those emotions, and stories that grip and stay with you—season two's shaping up not just as a follow-up but as another wild ride ready and waiting. Buckle up!
What are you most hyped about? Let us know in those comments, and remember—keep it kind and keep it inclusive. Dive right in!
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