The Last of Us Season Two Shatters HBO Records Pre-Debut
Mar 13, 2025 11:10 AMThe Last of Us season two is already making waves before its release, achieving over 158 million views for its trailer within the first three days. This figure sets a new record for HBO and Max originals, outperforming previous teasers by at least 160 percent. The debut season averaged 32 million viewers per episode, significantly higher than the season one finale's 8.2 million same-day viewership. The upcoming season will consist of seven episodes and will not cover the entirety of the game, with an expanded role for Eugene and a new cast member, Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, who aims to honor the character's essence. The show continues to adapt and expand narratives from the games, as seen in its previous critically acclaimed episodes.
What is the release date for The Last of Us Season 2?The Last of Us Season 2 is set to premiere next month, bringing back fan-favorite characters and introducing new ones.
The Last of Us is based on the critically acclaimed video game of the same name, developed by Naughty Dog. The franchise explores deep narrative themes set in a post-apocalyptic world, focusing on the dynamic relationship between its characters. The first season was a significant success, leading to high expectations for its follow-up, particularly regarding how it will adapt elements from The Last of Us Part II.
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Mr. Bison commented on: 2025-03-13 11:30:19
It’s awesome to see *The Last of Us* breaking records before it even airs, but I’m really hoping they nail Abby’s arc—she’s such a polarizing character, and Kaitlyn Dever has big shoes to fill. Also, seven episodes feels a bit tight for *Part II*’s story, so I’m curious how they’ll pace it without losing the emotional weight.
Rolling R!ck commented on: 2025-03-13 11:24:18
It’s wild to see how *The Last of Us* has transcended its gaming roots to become a cultural phenomenon, and the trailer numbers prove the hype is real. I’m curious to see how they balance staying true to the game’s emotional beats while expanding the story for TV—especially with Abby’s introduction.
