The Last Of Us Season 2 Welcomes New Faces to the Cast

HBO has started production on The Last of Us Season 2 and recently announced the addition of four new cast members.

Danny Ramirez, recognized for his roles in Top Gun: Maverick and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, will portray the character Manny. Ariela Barer from Marvel's Runaways will take on the role of doctor Mel. Tati Gabrielle, known for her work in Uncharted and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, will play the character Nora. Lastly, Spencer Lord from Riverdale has been chosen to play the antagonist Owen. Variety has confirmed these casting choices.

These four new cast members have been added to Season 2, along with Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, Young Mazino as Jesse, Isabela Merced as Dina, and Catherine O'Hara in a yet undisclosed role.

Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey are back from Season 1 to play the main characters, Joel and Ellie. Season 2 will cover some events from The Last of Us: Part II, so fans can expect plenty of drama ahead.

The response to The Last of Us: Part II caused chaos and controversy within the player and fan community. Some individuals went as far as sending death threats regarding the infant child of Abby actress Laura Bailey following a pivotal moment early in the game.

The anticipated release of The Last of Us Season 2 is set for 2025. Merced recently shared her excitement about the strong chemistry she has with Ramsey now that filming for Season 2 has begun.

There haven't been any new announcements for the video game series, but writer-director Neil Druckmann mentioned that The Last of Us: Part III could be in development. Recently, developer Naughty Dog made headlines due to Sony's announcement of 900 job cuts at PlayStation, which also affected The Last of Us studio.

Editor's P/S:

The casting additions for "The Last of Us" Season 2 are exciting and intriguing. Danny Ramirez, Ariela Barer, Tati Gabrielle, and Spencer Lord bring a range of talent and experience to the show, and their characters promise to add depth and complexity to the story. The inclusion of Kaitlyn Dever as Abby and Isabela Merced as Dina also suggests that Season 2 will explore significant events from "The Last of Us: Part II."

However, the controversy surrounding the game's release and the harassment faced by Laura Bailey is a sobering reminder of the toxicity that can exist within fan communities. It's important to approach Season 2 with an open mind and to engage in respectful dialogue about the themes and characters it presents. While anticipation for the new season is high, it's crucial to foster a positive and inclusive environment for all involved.