HBO's hit series "The Last of Us" is set to expand its storyline into Season 2, introducing a significant character from the original game—Abby, as portrayed by rising talent Kaitlyn Dever. Known for her acclaimed performances in "Booksmart" and "No One Will Save You", Dever joins the esteemed cast featuring Bella Ramsey (Ellie) and Pedro Pascal (Joel). Her character, Abby, is defined as a driven soldier whose moral perspectives evolve amidst her quest for retribution.
Series co-creators Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann emphasize their casting approach, which is to find top-notch actors that capture the essence of the characters from the video game. There's significant anticipation for the series' return, following The Last of Us's impressive run during award season, including Emmy nominations for acting and Outstanding Drama Series. With Season 2's expected release in 2025, fans are eager for more of the post-apocalyptic world originally brought to life by Naughty Dog's critically acclaimed video games.
Who will play Abby in HBO's The Last of Us Season 2?nKaitlyn Dever has been cast as Abby, a central figure from The Last of Us Part 2, for the show's second season on HBO.
The Last of Us video game franchise, developed by Naughty Dog and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, debuted in 2013 and immediately garnered critical acclaim for its compelling narrative, deep character development, and engaging gameplay. Set in a post-apocalyptic United States ravaged by a fungal pandemic, the series follows survivors Joel and Ellie as they navigate a hazardous world filled with infected humans and the remnants of society. The sequel, The Last of Us Part 2, released in 2020, introduces the character of Abby Anderson as a complex figure with her own emotional journey, shaping the game's exploration of themes such as revenge and forgiveness.
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