The wait for Part Two of HBO’s critically acclaimed series “The Last of Us” continues, but production is underway! Last week, we shared the first images from the set. Today, we share the news that a new star has joined the cast.
Variety reports that Emmy Award-winning actor Jeffrey Wright has been cast as Isaac, a pivotal character from “The Last of Us Part Two.” Wright will portray this “quietly powerful leader” navigating the complexities of a war-torn world. The actor has a long history of incredible performances in series like “Westworld” and films like The Batman and American Fiction.
Season 2 boasts a stellar cast, including returning stars Pedro Pascal (Joel) and Bella Ramsey (Ellie). Familiar faces like Gabriel Luna (Tommy) and Rutina Wesley (Maria) will also return. Newcomers include Kaitlyn Dever (Abby), Isabela Merced (Dina), and others who will flesh out the rich post-apocalyptic world.
The directors’ roster is equally impressive. Mark Mylod (“Succession”) joins returning directors like Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann. This talented team promises to deliver a visually stunning and emotionally resonant season.
Season 2 adapts “The Last of Us Part Two. The massively popular series is set 20 years after a devastating pandemic. Joel, a hardened smuggler, is tasked with escorting Ellie, a teenager immune to the infection. Their journey across a post-apocalyptic America becomes a brutal and emotional fight for survival.
With its stellar cast, acclaimed creative team, and faithful adaptation, “The Last of Us” Season 2 is poised to be a major television event in 2025. Get ready to be transported back to a world ravaged by disease and witness the enduring power of human connection. Here’s a look back at the trailer for season one.
