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.

The new season, set five years after the events of Season 1, finds Joel and Ellie residing with Tommy in Montana. Season 2 will adapt elements from The Last of Us Part II, offering familiar territory for gamers.

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, and Keivonn Woodard as Tommy.

Explore the newly released character posters below:

The Last of Us Season 2 Character Posters

Following the phenomenal success of Season 1 (which garnered numerous Emmy Awards), HBO is enthusiastically anticipating future installments. Francesca Orsi hinted at a potential four-season run, suggesting this season won't fully encompass the events of the video game.

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