The Last of Us Season 2 Premieres April 13, 2025

HBO has announced that the highly anticipated second season of 'The Last of Us' will premiere on April 13, 2025, at 9 p.m. ET/PT, with episodes also available for streaming on Max. The new season, consisting of seven episodes, will take place five years after the events of the first season, focusing on the evolving relationship between Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) as they confront new dangers and tensions. The season introduces several new characters, including Abby, portrayed by Kaitlyn Dever, and other cast members such as Isabela Merced and Young Mazino. HBO has hinted at a potential four-season arc for the series, which is based on the acclaimed video game franchise. The show's creators, Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, promise high-stakes drama and action, maintaining the intense storytelling that captivated audiences in the first season. Fans are eagerly awaiting what the new season will bring, especially following the morally complex decisions made by Joel in the previous installment.