HBO's highly anticipated The Last of Us Season 2 premieres this April! Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 13th, at 9 pm ET/PT on HBO and streaming on Max. This seven-episode season promises a thrilling continuation of Joel and Ellie's journey.

Set five years after the events of Season 1, the story picks up with Joel and Ellie residing in Montana with Joel's brother, Tommy. Season 2 adapts the narrative of The Last of Us Part II, so familiarity with the game is recommended for a richer viewing experience.

Returning are Pedro Pascal as Joel and Bella Ramsey as Ellie, joined by a stellar cast of newcomers: Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, Isabela Merced as Dina, Merle Dandridge as Marlene (note: Young Mazine and Ariela Barer are not mentioned in the original HBO announcement), and Tati Gabrielle as Nora. Interestingly, Gabrielle will also star in Naughty Dog's upcoming game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.

Explore the character posters below:

The Last of Us Season 2 Character Posters

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Following the phenomenal success of Season 1—which garnered numerous Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards and several Primetime Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series—HBO is enthusiastically moving forward. Francesca Orsi, from HBO, has hinted at a potential four-season run for the show, suggesting this season won't fully encompass the entirety of the game's storyline.

Read our review of The Last of Us Season 1 here.