Invitation To Set
Twenty years after a fungal outbreak ravages the planet, survivors Joel and Tess are tasked with a mission that could change everything.
Series stars Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, executive producers Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, and more detail the emotionally charged beginnings of the end of modern civilization in The Last of Us.
Host Troy Baker talks with The Last of Us Showrunners – writer/director Craig Mazin and the creator of The Last of Us video game Neil Druckmann – about how they brought this new HBO Original series to life. Troy, Craig and Neil talk through Episode 1 of the series, unpacking key scenes and the overarching themes.
Troy Baker breaks down the video game vs. the show, brand new characters, and what he’s excited to see in the series.
After escaping the QZ, Joel and Tess clash over Ellie’s fate while navigating the ruins of a long-abandoned Boston.
The Clickers have arrived. Series executive producers Craig Mazin, Neil Druckmann and more discuss the first encounter between Joel (Pedro Pascal), Ellie (Bella Ramsey) Tess (Anna Torv) and Clickers.
Host Troy Baker talks with Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann who reveal that Episode 2 of the series is about the infected. They discuss why it was important for the actors (namely Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey) to not play the video game and they share a key scene from Tess’s backstory that was written but never shot.
When a stranger approaches his compound, survivalist Bill forges an unlikely connection. Later, Joel and Ellie seek Bill's guidance.
Meet Bill (Nick Offerman) and Frank (Murray Bartlett) and learn all about how their story deviated — and expanded — when translating the game to screen from the cast and executive producers Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann.
Host Troy Baker and Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann talk about the departure the series took into the story of Bill and Frank. Craig and Neil also reveal the thinking behind the casting Nick Offerman and Murray Bartlett to portray this middle-aged love and reveal an easter egg reference to the game that shows up at the end of the episode.
Queerness in Conversation - Bill and Frank
After abandoning their truck in Kansas City, Joel and Ellie attempt to escape without drawing the attention of a vindictive rebel leader.
Series stars and executive producers Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann break down Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie’s (Bella Ramsey) journey into Kansas City and the addition of new characters Kathleen (Melanie Lynskey) and Perry (Jeffrey Pierce).
Host Troy Baker and Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann walk through Episode 4, exploring key developments in Ellie and Joel's relationship. They discuss a major antagonist of the show and tease Joel's dark past.
Troy shares his reaction to episode 3, his "strawberries" and more on the latest Debrief.
While attempting to evade the rebels, Joel and Ellie cross paths with the most wanted man in Kansas City. Kathleen continues her hunt.
Learn how the fates of Kathleen (Melanie Lynskey), Henry (Lamar Johnson) and Sam (Keivonn Woodard) impact Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) on their journey for a cure. Plus, hear how the massive Infected scene was brought to life.
Host Troy Baker and Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann unpack Episode 5. They talk about why they made Sam deaf in the show, a departure from the game, and how they cast the role. In discussing the stories of Sam and Henry, Neil and Craig continue to dig into the theme of parental love. Also, Neil gives a 101 on the various Infected you see on screen–Bloaters and all.
Scene in Black - Keivonn Woodard and CJ Jones
After ignoring the advice of locals, Joel and Ellie descend deeper into dangerous territory in search of the Fireflies – and Tommy.
Series stars Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey break down the growing bond between Joel and Ellie, plus find out about the big reunion in Wyoming and how the show transformed a town.
Host Troy Baker and Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann unpack the emotional crossroads inside Episode 6. Neil reveals what key aspects of Joel and Ellie came from the actors who played them in the game and shares an Easter egg from Craig’s life that they put in this episode. Finally, they talk about how director Jasmila Žbanić brought the community of Jackson to life, and how carefully they adapted a beloved argument between Joel and Ellie from the game.
As Joel fights to survive, Ellie looks back on the night that changed everything.
Bella Ramsey, Storm Reid and more detail the adventure Ellie and Riley have in the mall and reveal its lasting impact on Ellie’s journey.
Host Troy Baker and Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann break down the Ellie and Riley relationship and tease the backstory of Ellie's scar. They geek out over arcades, malls and Mortal Kombat II and share how they brought all those sights and sounds to life on screen.
Ellie crosses paths with a vengeful group of survivors – and draws the attention of its leader. A weakened Joel faces a new threat.
Learn how a pivotal moment in Joel and Ellie’s journey came to life, with insight and new details from Bella Ramsey, Pedro Pascal, Craig Mazin, Neil Druckmann and more.
Host Troy Baker and Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann unpack the episode in which Troy has an on-screen role. They break down the character of David and how this narcissistic predator tries to manipulate Ellie. They discuss one of the darkest moments of the show so far, and Neil says why it was so important to a subvert typical narrative.
Troy Baker shares his reaction to episode 8, his appearance in the show and more on the latest Debrief.
A pregnant Anna places her trust in a lifelong friend. Later, Joel and Ellie near the end of their journey.
Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey and more reveal the emotional reunions and high stakes at the core of the season finale, plus find out how Joel’s big decision impacts the world around him.
Host Troy Baker and showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann are joined by special guest Ashley Johnson, who played Ellie in the game and plays a pivotal character in the finale episode of the season. The group unpacks the origin of Ellie's immunity and the story of Joel's scar. They also debate the morality of Joel's decisions at the end of the show and what his actions do to his relationship with Ellie.
An all-access documentary detailing the daunting behind-the-scenes efforts that went into the production of the hit series The Last of Us.
Gabriel Luna (Tommy) talks about getting cast, what he took from set and his favorite scene to film
Get to know the face behind Marlene as Merle Dandridge talks about getting cast and what’s in her
Nick Offerman & Murray Bartlett talk about first meeting each other, getting cast and their reactions to their scenes.
Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey answer your questions. They talk about being cast, first meeting each other, and more.
Watch Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey try to guess which lines are from their show and which are from other HBO series.
Watch Gabriel Luna and Merle Dandridge try to guess which lines are from their show and which are from other HBO series.
Troy Baker shares his reaction to the season finale, game actors in the show and more on the latest Debrief.
Troy Baker shares his thoughts on seeing Ashley Johnson as Anna, excitement for season 2 and more on the latest Debrief.
Discussing the decisions and changes made in bringing the video game to the small screen
Ashley Johnson talks about her "Easter Egg" role from performing as Ellie in the video game to becoming Ellie's mother, Anna, in the TV Series
Producers describe how they made decisions on what to include and exclude from the video game with a focus on storytelling.
Producers discuss the cordyceps fungus and decision they made on how to begin the show
