Based on the critically acclaimed video game The Last of Us, developed by Naughty Dog for the PlayStation platforms, the story takes place twenty years after modern civilization has been destroyed. Joel, a hardened survivor, is hired to smuggle Ellie, a 14-year-old girl, out of an oppressive quarantine zone.
What starts as a small job soon becomes a brutal, heartbreaking journey, as they both must traverse the US and depend on each other for survival.
The Last of Us Season 1 TV Series Cast, Episodes, Release Date, Trailer and Ratings
"When you're lost in the darkness, look for the light." This is a message that resonates throughout The Last of Us series, in both a literal and metaphorical sense, signifying the search for hope in an otherwise lifeless wasteland. You know what else is known for being lifeless? Video game adaptations that are clearly made to cash in on the popularity of the original property, often ruining the original experience and drawing hatred from fans. HBO's latest post-apocalyptic drama, however, is anything but that. On top of the immaculate piece Neil Druckmann sculpted — that is the original PS3 game, filmmaker Craig Mazin (Chernobyl) has laid a thick spit-shine, delivering a splendidly emotional tale that appeals to both fans and newcomers alike.