Overview of The Last of Us Season 2
- New characters such as Abby, Dina, and Jesse will debut in a more ominous world.
- The timeline shifts to reveal a complicated dynamic between Joel and Ellie, taking place five years post-season one.
- Kaitlyn Dever, portraying Abby, expresses excitement about her role, reminiscing about her earlier audition for the canceled film adaptation.
As anticipation builds for the return of The Last of Us Season 2, fans are gearing up for an exhilarating Sunday viewing experience of this acclaimed post-apocalyptic saga. In a recent interview, Kaitlyn Dever, who takes on the role of Abby, shared her thoughts on the character and her previous audition for the abandoned film version of the franchise. The upcoming season will delve into the story drawn from the sequel game by Naughty Dog, set four years after the original game’s events. This season promises to introduce a cast of new characters—Abby Anderson, Dina, Jesse, along with Gail, who does not appear in the games—against the backdrop of a significantly darker and more treacherous world.
Significantly, Season 2 will also implement critical changes to the timeline, marking a departure from the game’s narrative. The story will unfold five years after the conclusion of Season 1, showcasing a regression in the once-strong bond between Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey). The previous season’s finale left viewers with a gripping cliffhanger where, just before entering Jackson, Ellie confronts Joel, demanding he confirms the truth of his harrowing experience with the Fireflies. This pivotal moment sets the stage for their strained relationship in the upcoming season.
Kaitlyn Dever Reflects on Joining Season 2 and the Scrapped Movie
During a press event with ScreenRant, Kaitlyn Dever opened up about her journey to becoming Abby Anderson. Initially auditioning for the role of Ellie in the cancelled movie adaptation, Dever reflected on her profound connection with the game, which she enjoyed with her father, solidifying it as a cherished memory.
Dever praised the creative vision of showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann for the excellence achieved in Season 1, stating, “It was just pure magic.”Her love for the games was fundamental, and when the opportunity arose to step into Abby’s shoes, she felt an immediate connection to the role. Describing the experience as surreal, she highlighted how it seemed like fate, noting, “Things that are meant to be in your life will happen if they’re supposed to.”Her reverence for the story and the work of the creators made her transition into this new role deeply fulfilling.
The highly anticipated Season 2 of The Last of Us is set to premiere exclusively on HBO and Max on April 13.
Source: ScreenRant