It’s finally happening — HBO has released the official trailer for the second season of The Last of Us and revealed the exact premiere date. The wait is almost over: on April 13, viewers will see the continuation of one of the most powerful post-apocalyptic stories in recent years. The show currently holds a 8.7 rating on IMDb.
An Epic Return to the World of The Last of Us
The trailer suggests that the new season will be even darker, more emotional, and action-packed. The footage features familiar characters, the ruined remains of Seattle, battles with the infected, and an overwhelming sense of looming danger. From the first scenes, it’s clear that the series continues to follow the game’s storyline, promising unexpected twists, moral dilemmas, and painful decisions.
As a reminder, the story takes place in a world devastated by a cordyceps outbreak in 2003. The fungus, previously known for infecting insects, mutated and started taking over humans, turning them into aggressive creatures. On the first day of the pandemic, construction worker Joel loses a loved one.
Twenty years later, he lives in a Boston quarantine zone controlled by the military, searching for his brother. Fate brings him together with 14-year-old orphan Ellie, whom he must deliver to a rebel group in exchange for transport. However, the mission turns out to be far more dangerous than expected.
What to Expect from Season 2?
The new season’s storyline is based on The Last of Us Part 2, released in 2020. It has already been confirmed that the creators will need more than one season to fully explore all the narrative arcs. This means that the game’s events will unfold gradually, and some of the most crucial moments might not happen until Season 3.
When Is the Premiere?
The first episode of Season 2 will be released on April 13, with new episodes airing weekly. The wait is almost over — an epic continuation is ahead, sure to make audiences once again feel joy, sorrow, and frustration at the creators' bold storytelling choices.
