The Last of Us II Premieres on HBO in January

HBO's The Last of Us Season 2: April Premiere Confirmed, New Trailer Unveiled

Sony's CES 2025 showcase delivered exciting news for fans of HBO's post-apocalyptic drama, The Last of Us. A new trailer confirmed the highly anticipated second season will premiere in April. The trailer offered glimpses of Kaitlyn Dever as Abby Anderson and the memorable scene of Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Dina (Isabela Merced) dancing, sparking excitement among viewers.

While co-creator Craig Mazin hinted that adapting The Last of Us Part II might span three seasons, this seven-episode season will likely take creative liberties with the source material. The trailer showcased action sequences interspersed with emotionally resonant moments, including a scene depicting Joel Miller's (Pedro Pascal) therapy, a departure from the game's narrative. The trailer's use of Roman numerals, mirroring the game's sequel, also generated buzz among fans.

The brief, minute-long trailer, while featuring some previously seen footage, provided fresh perspectives. The opening alarm, a chilling callback for gamers, and the extended look at Abby were particularly noteworthy. Speculation continues regarding Catherine O’Hara's role, and fans are also anticipating the live-action appearances of characters like Jesse (Young Mazino) and the return of Jeffrey Wright as Isaac Dixon. The addition of original characters in Season 1, such as Kathleen (Melanie Lynskey) and Perry (Jeffrey Pierce), suggests the show will continue to expand on the game's universe.

The Last of Us Season 2: A Spring 2025 Release Narrowed Down to April

Previously slated for a Spring 2025 release (March-June), the new trailer pinpoints the premiere to April. While a specific date remains undisclosed, the announcement confirms the show's imminent return to HBO. The shorter episode count compared to Season 1 (seven versus nine) further emphasizes the show's creative approach to adapting the game's complex narrative.