The Last of Us Season 2 Trailer Sets Record Viewership

Fans are eagerly anticipating the release of The Last of Us Season 2, and the official trailer that dropped on March 8 at SXSW has shattered viewership records, making it HBO and Max’s most-watched original trailer ever.

The trailer, which built excitement ahead of the April 13, 2025 premiere, has garnered an impressive 158 million global views across various platforms in just three days, surpassing previous teasers and trailers for The Last of Us by over 160%.

With the explosive Season 1 finale setting the stage, viewers are eager to see Pedro Pascal reprise his role as Joel Miller, whose actions in the Season 1 conclusion set the tone for the drama and tension in Season 2.

This highly anticipated second season of the post-apocalyptic drama arrives two years after the debut of Season 1. Alongside Pascal returning as Joel, fans will also see Bella Ramsey back in action as Ellie. Additionally, Gabriel Luna will return as Joel’s brother Tommy, and Rutina Wesley will reprise her role as Maria, adding depth to the cast lineup.