The Last of Us season 2 premiere date has been confirmed. The season 1 adaptation of the beloved video game was met with critical acclaim and garnered record-breaking viewership when released in 2023. After a two-year hiatus, an April 2025 release window was previously revealed, with an exact date not yet shared for when Joel and Ellie's story would continue. The Last of Us season 2's story continues to follow Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) as they fight to survive in a post-apocalyptic world.
HBO has now revealed that The Last of Us season 2 will debut on Sunday, April 13. The new season features seven episodes and will release weekly, beginning with the April 13 premiere. New looks at Joel and Ellie in season 2 have also been provided, along with a critical new character, Abby (Kaitlyn Dever). Each poster contains the line "Every path has a price," which sets the tone for the season. Check out the official posters for the new season below:
What This Means For The Last Of Us Season 2
The Wait Is Almost Over As The Fallout From Season 1 Is Explored
In terms of the story, The Last of Us season 2 takes place five years after season 1. The fallout from The Last of Us season 1's ending still needs to be explored after Joel kills all the Fireflies and lies to Ellie about what he did. The divisive Abby needs to be introduced in the show, with her character forever changing Joel and Ellie's lives. Abby's inclusion on the posters alongside Joel and Ellie further cements how integral she will be in the upcoming episodes and in the overall narrative.
Our Take On The Last Of Us Season 2's Release Date
The Last Of Us Will Be Just As Prominent In 2025 As It Was In 2023
As April draws closer, it is satisfying to now have an exact release date and to know when The Last of Us is officially returning. Season 1 was one of the best shows in 2023 and is still considered an all-time great video game adaptation. If season 2 is just as successful at adapting the source material, it has the potential to be just as well-received. The Last of Us season 2's story will be one of the most-talked about of 2025 and will likely also become HBO's most-watched show of the entire year.
