The Last of Us: Season 2
The Last of Us Season 2 continues the overarching saga across seven episodes. Set after a global pandemic and the destruction of modern civilization by a mass fungal infection that transforms humans into zombie-like creatures or violent infected, the series is an American post-apocalyptic drama television series created by Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann for HBO based on the video game franchise developed by Naughty D
Season 2 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- A global pandemic and parasitic fungal infection that began in 2003 destroyed modern civilization and turned humans into violent creatures known as the Infected.
- Hardened survivor Joel is hired to take charge of and smuggle a 14-year-old girl named Ellie.
- Ellie is a 14-year-old girl who may be humanity's last hope.
- Joel is tasked with smuggling Ellie to the rebel Fireflies.
Season overview
The Last of Us Season 2 continues the overarching saga across seven episodes. Set after a global pandemic and the destruction of modern civilization by a mass fungal infection that transforms humans into zombie-like creatures or violent infected, the series is an American post-apocalyptic drama television series created by Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann for HBO based on the video game franchise developed by Naughty Dog. The narrative follows hardened survivor Joel, who twenty years after modern civilization has been destroyed is hired to smuggle a 14-year-old girl named Ellie to the rebel Fireflies, as they navigate a dangerous world where every path has a price and society collapsed decades following the 2003 parasitic fungal infection that ravaged the planet.
Episode Guide
Season 2 Progress Shield
Future Days
Apr 13, 2025 · 59 min
Five years after the events in Salt Lake City, a now 19-year-old Ellie makes a discovery while on patrol with her best friend Dina. Back in Jackson Hole, Joel seeks help to mend hi
Through the Valley
Apr 20, 2025 · 57 min
As a storm brews in the mountains, the people of Jackson Hole prepare for the worst amid increased sightings of Infected. Meanwhile, Abby weighs her options.
The Path
Apr 27, 2025 · 57 min
After Dina shares crucial information, Ellie prepares to petition the town council, even while she struggles with her deep emotional scars. On the outskirts of Seattle, a religious
Day One
May 4, 2025 · 53 min
In 2018, Seattle FEDRA confronts an unexpected foe. Ten years later, Ellie and Dina find themselves in the middle of a bloody battle between the zealous Seraphites and a ruthless m
Feel Her Love
May 11, 2025 · 45 min
The WLF makes a dangerous discovery... at a great cost. Later, Ellie must decide whether to continue with her plan – and risk putting Dina in danger – or give up on her quest for j
The Price
May 18, 2025 · 60 min
Joel surprises Ellie for her birthday. Years later, Ellie prepares to confront Joel about her past.
Convergence
May 25, 2025 · 50 min
As the Wolves and the Scars prepare for a battle that could potentially end their longstanding feud, Ellie's search draws her away from her friends and toward a devastating confron