'The Last of Us' Season 2 Premiere Month Revealed, Trailer Unveiled

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

Sony's CES 2025 presentation brought exciting news for fans of The Last of Us: Season 2 will premiere on HBO in April. The announcement included a new trailer showcasing Kaitlyn Dever as Abby and the memorable scene of Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Dina (Isabela Merced) dancing.

While based on The Last of Us Part II, co-creator Craig Mazin previously hinted that the game's sequel storyline might span three seasons, suggesting Season 2 won't be a complete adaptation. Clocking in at seven episodes (compared to Season 1's nine), the show will likely take creative liberties to expand the narrative and character development, as evidenced by the trailer's inclusion of a scene depicting Joel Miller's (Pedro Pascal) therapy session – a detail absent from the game.

The newly released trailer, slightly over a minute long, features rapid-fire action sequences interspersed with emotionally resonant moments from the game. The trailer culminates in the reveal of April as the premiere month, using a red flare to emphasize the date. This confirms the previously announced Spring 2025 release window, narrowing it down from the March-June timeframe. A specific premiere date is yet to be announced.

New Trailer Analysis and Casting Speculation:

Although much of the new trailer's footage was previously seen, fans have meticulously analyzed it for new details. Key highlights include fresh shots of Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, the Ellie/Dina dance sequence, and an opening alarm that resonates with gamers' memories. While the role of Catherine O’Hara remains a mystery, the trailer's Roman numeral styling, mirroring Part II's aesthetic, has been widely appreciated.

Beyond O'Hara's character, eagle-eyed fans speculate about another new cast member. Season 1 introduced several original characters, but anticipation remains high for live-action portrayals of familiar faces from Part II, such as Jesse (Young Mazino) and the return of Jeffrey Wright as Isaac Dixon, a role he previously voiced in the game.