The highly anticipated second season of *The Last of Us* is set to premiere on April 13, 2025, promising to introduce new characters while bringing back beloved favorites. Following the success of the first season, Season 2 will feature major characters from the games, including Kaitlyn Dever's Abby, alongside intriguing new additions like Catherine O'Hara's mysterious Gail.
To prepare you for Joel and Ellie's continued journey through a haunting post-apocalyptic world, we've put together a comprehensive guide on the key cast members you need to know.
The Last of Us Season 2 Cast: Who's New and Coming Back to the HBO Show?
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The Last of Us TV Show Season 2 New Cast
Kaitlyn Dever as Abby
One of the most anticipated casting announcements for Season 2 was who would portray Abby. HBO delighted fans by revealing that Kaitlyn Dever, known for her roles in Booksmart and Justified, would take on the role.
Abby, a pivotal character from The Last of Us Part 2, is a Firefly member whose path crosses with Joel and Ellie early in the game. HBO describes her as a "skilled soldier whose black-and-white view of the world is challenged as she seeks vengeance for those she loved."
"Our casting process for season two has been identical to season one: we look for world-class actors who embody the souls of the characters in the source material," said series co-creators Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann. "Nothing matters more than talent, and we’re thrilled to have an acclaimed performer like Kaitlyn join Pedro, Bella, and the rest of our family."
Who Voiced Abby in The Last of Us Part 2 Game? Laura Bailey
Young Mazino as Jesse
Young Mazino, acclaimed for his role in Beef, will join the series as Jesse, a community pillar who often sacrifices his own needs for others, sometimes at a great personal cost.
Jesse, introduced in The Last of Us Part 2, leads patrol groups in Jackson, Wyoming, where Joel, Ellie, and Tommy reside at the game's outset. He is a friend and former boyfriend of Dina.
"Young is one of those rare actors who is immediately undeniable the moment you see him," Mazin and Druckmann stated. "We’re so lucky to have him, and we can’t wait for the audience to see Young shine in our show."
Who Voiced Jesse in The Last of Us Part 2 Game? Stephen Chang
Isabella Merced as Dina
Isabella Merced, known for Dora and the Lost City of Gold and Transformers: The Last Knight, will portray Dina, a key member of Jackson's community and Ellie's partner. Her relationship with Ellie is central to the story, evolving throughout the game.
"Dina is warm, brilliant, wild, funny, moral, dangerous, and instantly lovable," said Mazin and Druckmann. "You can search forever for an actor who effortlessly embodies all of those things, or you can find Isabela Merced right away."
Who Voiced Dina in The Last of Us Part 2 Game? Shannon Woodward
Catherine O'Hara as Gail
Catherine O'Hara will play Gail, a new character created for the series. Though details are scarce, Gail appears to be Joel's therapist, aiding him in coping with the consequences of his actions from Season 1.
Jeffrey Wright as Isaac
Jeffrey Wright, known from Westworld and The Batman, will reprise his role as Isaac from The Last of Us Part 2. As the leader of the Washington Liberation Front, Isaac's actions set significant events in motion, and he is expected to be just as crucial in Season 2.
Who Voiced Isaac in The Last of Us Part 2 Game? Jeffrey Wright
Danny Ramirez as Manny
Danny Ramirez, from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Top Gun: Maverick, will play Manny Alvarez, a Washington Liberation Front member and former Firefly. A friend of Abby, Manny is considered one of the best soldiers by WLF leader Isaac Dixon.
"A loyal soldier whose sunny outlook belies the pain of old wounds and a fear that he will fail his friends when they need him most," according to HBO's official description of Manny.
Who Voiced Manny in The Last of Us Part 2 Game? Alejandro Edda
Ariela Barer as Mel
Ariela Barer, known from Runaways, will portray Mel, a Washington Liberation Front medic and former Firefly. She is a friend of Abby and romantically involved with Owen.
"A young doctor whose commitment to saving lives is challenged by the realities of war and tribalism," reads HBO's official description of Mel.
Who Voiced Mel in The Last of Us Part 2 Game? Ashly Burch
Tati Gabrielle as Nora
Tati Gabrielle, from Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Uncharted, will play Nora, a member of Abby's 'Salt Lake Crew' and a former medic who worked with Dr. Jerry Anderson.
"A military medic struggling to come to terms with the sins of her past," according to HBO's official description of Nora.
Who Voiced Nora in The Last of Us Part 2 Game? Chelsea Tavares
Spencer Lord as Owen
Spencer Lord, known from Family Law, Heartland, and The Good Doctor, will portray Owen, a member of the 'Salt Lake Crew' and a former Firefly now serving as a WLF soldier. He is dating Mel but was previously involved with Abby.
"A gentle soul trapped in a warrior’s body, condemned to fight an enemy he refuses to hate," reads HBO's official description of Owen.
Who Voiced Owen in The Last of Us Part 2 Game? Patrick Fugit
Joe Pantoliano as Eugene, Robert John Burke as Seth, and Noah Lamanna as Kat
HBO recently announced six additional actors for Season 2, with three playing characters from the games with expanded roles, and three portraying new characters.
Joe Pantoliano (Memento, The Matrix) will play Eugene, Dina's pot-smoking friend from The Last of Us Part 2, who will have a more significant role this season. Robert John Burke (RoboCop 3) will portray Seth, the bar owner and bigot sandwich-giver, while Noah Lamanna (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds) will play Kat, Ellie's former girlfriend.
“I get excited when I see these opportunities,” said showrunner Neil Druckmann. “I’m like, ‘Oh, I don’t know Eugene that well!’ The story we told [in the game] was somewhat superficial. The way this character comes in really gets to the heart of Joel and Ellie and their relationship.”
Image Credits: John Pantoliano (Theo Wargo/Getty Images), Robert John Burke (Jim Spellman/FilmMagic), and Noah Lemanna (Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic for HBO)
Alanna Ubach as Hanrahan, Ben Ahlers as Burton, and Hettienne Park as Elise Park
Alanna Ubach (Euphoria, Bombshell), Ben Ahlers (The Gilded Age, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina), and Hettienne Park (Don't Look Up) have joined the cast as newly created characters Hanrahan, Burton, and Elise Park, respectively.
*Image Credits: Alanna Ubach (Monica Schipper/Getty Images), Ben Ahlers (Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic for HBO), Hettienne Park (Mark Sagliocco/Get
