The highly-anticipated second season of HBO’s The Last of Us has released its first trailer, offering a glimpse into the post-apocalyptic storyline set a few years after the events of the first season. The new season introduces new characters, including fan-favorite Abby, portrayed by Kaitlyn Dever (Booksmart). The storyline follows Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) as they come to terms with the aftermath of the season finale and adjust to a new way of life in Jackson, Wyoming. The second season promises to deliver tragic and emotional moments, building on the video game franchise’s legacy.
The trailer not only showcases a new landscape for the main characters but also introduces Kaitlyn Dever’s Abby as a recurring character in the series. The character Abby is a central focus in the video game and will have direct ties to Joel and Ellie, as hinted in the latest trailer. Additionally, the footage reveals Isabela Merced as Ellie’s love interest, Dina, Young Mazino as Jesse, and Jeffery Wright reprising his video game role as Isaac Dixon.
The second season of HBO’s The Last of Us will delve into the storyline of the second game in the franchise, known as The Last of Us: Part II. This video game sequel is set four years after the original and revolves around Joel and Ellie as they establish a life in Jackson, Wyoming. However, when a troubling secret from the past resurfaces in the present, Ellie, along with her girlfriend Dina and best friend Jesse, must confront the challenges it brings. Players will primarily assume the role of Ellie for a significant portion of the game, before the perspective shifts to Abby, a determined WLF soldier, midway through the narrative. It’s anticipated that their paths will intertwine in unexpected and intriguing ways in the upcoming HBO season.
