The Last of Us Season 2 Trailer Released

HBO's 'The Last of Us' returns with a highly anticipated second season in 2025, marking the occasion with a trailer release on September 26, 2024, an iconic date for fans. The new season, set five years after the first, will continue the journey of Joel and Ellie, exploring their past conflicts and introducing new characters like Abby Anderson and a therapist played by Catherine O'Hara. Fans have praised the trailer for its emotional intensity and faithful recreation of key moments from the video game sequel. Showrunner Craig Mazin confirmed that there would be no recasting despite the time jump, which sees Ellie closer to Bella Ramsey's real age. Season 2 will air on HBO and stream on Max, aiming for a release in the first half of 2025 to qualify for the Emmy awards. Additionally, Neil Druckmann hinted at expanded backstories for some characters, promising a richer narrative experience for both game and series fans.