‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Trailer Breaks Records with 158 Million Views, Becoming HBO and Max’s Most-Watched Original Trailer

The highly anticipated trailer for The Last of Us Season 2 has shattered records, amassing 158 million global views across platforms in just three days. This milestone cements it as the most-watched HBO and Max Original trailer within that timeframe, surpassing all previous series trailers and teasers by a staggering 160%.

The explosive response to the trailer underscores the immense popularity of the post-apocalyptic drama, which became a cultural phenomenon with its first season. Season 1 of The Last of Us averaged nearly 32 million U.S. cross-platform viewers per episode, demonstrating its strong fanbase and broad appeal.

A SXSW Showcase with the Stars

The trailer made its grand debut on Saturday, March 8, during The Last of Us panel at SXSW, where fans got an inside look at the upcoming season. Series creators Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann were joined by stars Pedro Pascal (Joel), Bella Ramsey (Ellie), and new cast members Kaitlyn Dever (Abby), Isabela Merced (Dina), Gabriel Luna (Tommy), and Young Mazino (Jesse). The panel provided a glimpse into the intense storytelling and emotional stakes that will define Season 2.

A Dark and Dangerous Future

The tagline for the season, “Every Path Has a Price,” reinforces the weight of Joel’s (Pedro Pascal) devastating decision at the end of Season 1. That fateful choice altered the course of humanity and set the stage for new conflicts that will push the characters to their limits.

Set five years after the events of Season 1, the new season follows Joel and Ellie as they navigate a world even more dangerous and unpredictable than before. Their once-unbreakable bond is tested as they are drawn into fresh conflicts that force them to confront the brutal consequences of their past actions.

Premiere Date and What’s Next

The Last of Us Season 2 is set to premiere on Sunday, April 13, exclusively on HBO and Max. With record-breaking anticipation, the series is poised to deliver another gripping chapter in the acclaimed adaptation of the beloved video game franchise.

As the countdown to the premiere begins, fans can expect more intense action, emotional depth, and shocking twists that have made The Last of Us a defining series of the decade.