‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 to Premiere in April 2025

The wait for The Last of Us fans is nearly over. Co-creator Neil Druckmann confirmed on Monday that the hit HBO series will return for its highly anticipated second season in April 2025. The announcement was made during Sony’s press conference at the Consumer Electronics Show.

A sneak peek of the new season was also unveiled, featuring a thrilling one-minute teaser that promises an intense and unpredictable storyline ahead.

According to the official synopsis, Season 2 will take place five years after the events of Season 1, with Joel and Ellie facing a world even more dangerous than before. Their relationship is put to the test as they navigate this new, perilous reality.

The teaser released earlier this week has already generated buzz, showcasing a number of significant changes to the original video game storyline. A notable shift includes a confession by Joel (Pedro Pascal) to a new character, played by Catherine O'Hara (Schitt’s Creek), in contrast to the video game's original moment where he confesses to his brother Tommy. The teaser also provides a glimpse of Kaitlyn Dever (Dopesick) as Abby, a major character in The Last of Us Part II.

One key scene shown in the teaser appears to be a direct reference to the conclusion of the video game, raising speculation about the direction the show will take in future seasons. As previously announced, the show’s creators have plans for at least three seasons, with this particular moment indicating a potential bridge to later storylines.

Additional characters featured in the teaser include Isaac, played by Jeffrey Wright (Westworld), and a captured Seraphite. The teaser also hints at a deepening connection between Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Dina (Isabella Merced).

Season 1 concluded with a tense and emotional moment as Joel murdered a group of Firefly resistance fighters to protect Ellie from a potential cure for the Cordyceps infection. Joel’s actions left a deep impact, especially when he lied to Ellie, claiming that the experiment hadn’t worked.

Along with the returning cast, Season 2 will introduce several new faces, including Young Mazino (BEEF), Danny Ramirez (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier), Ariela Barer (Runaways), Tati Gabrielle (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina), and Spencer Lord (Heartland).

Fans can look forward to the next chapter in Joel and Ellie’s journey when The Last of Us returns to HBO this April.