The Last of Usseason 2 character posters recreate key video game imagery as they hype the HBO show’s intense return. Premiered in 2023, the popular and highly acclaimed video game adaptation follows a smuggler, Joel (Pedro Pascal), tasked with escorting a teenage girl, Ellie (Bella Ramsey), across a post-apocalyptic United States.The Last of Usseason 2, based on the video gameThe Last of Us Part II, will continue following Joel and Ellie’s journey and introduce several new characters, such as Abby, Dina, Jesse, Gail, and Isaac.
Now, ahead of its highly-anticipated premiere next month,HBOhas shared severalcharacter posters forThe Last of Usseason 2, showcasing the returning Bella Ramsey as Ellie, Pedro Pascal as Joel, Gabriel Luna as Tommy, and Rutina Wesley as Maria. New characters include Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, Isabela Merced as Dina, Young Mazino as Jesse, Catherine O’Hara as Gail, and Jeffrey Wright as Isaac. The character posters recreate the style of the cover art forThe Last of Us Part II. Check out the character posters in the slideshow below:
What The Last Of Us Season 2 Character Posters Means For The Show
They Showcase New & Returning Characters
The Last of Usseason 2’s characterposters, in addition to paying homage to the video game, highlight both the new and returning characters who will play the most important roles in the show’s sophomore season.The focus will very much remain on Joel and Ellie, at least for the first few episodes, whose relationship has become strained afterThe Last of Usseason 1 ending. Also residing in Jackson is the returning Tommy, Joel’s younger brother, and his pregnant wife, Maria, who should see an increased role in season 2.
Who Is Abby In The Last Of Us Season 2? Kaitlyn Dever’s Character Explained
Kaitlyn Dever’s Abby Anderson has at last been unveiled in the first trailer for The Last of Us season 2. Who is she, and what role does she play?
The most important new characters are Abby, a soldier seeking revenge for the death of a loved one, and Dina, Ellie’s love interest who will be introduced in season 2, while Jesse is Dina’s ex. Jeffrey Wright reprises his role fromThe Last of Us Part IIas Isaac Dixon, the leader of a militia group. While these four new characters are all from the video game, Gail is an entirely new character created for the show who acts as Joel’s therapist in Jackson.
Our Take On The Last Of Us Season 2 Character Posters
Why They’re A Great Sign
The Last of Usseason 2 character posters recreating key imagery from the video game is an indication of how faithful and respectful of its source material the HBO show will continue to be. Just like in season 1, the show should continue to expand, and frankly improve on the video game when necessary, such as introducing a new character like Gail. These stunning character posters are just the latest indication thatThe Last of Usseason 2 will not only continue staying true to its roots, but push the boundaries of its storytelling to new and exciting heights.
The Last of Usseason 2 premieres April 13 on HBO and Max.
