After an arduous journey across post-apocalyptic America and a fate-altering decision, Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) are back. Years later, life is good, but in this world, the good times were never going to last.
Keep reading as we explain how to watch The Last of Us season 2 online from anywhere in the world.
Praised by fans and critics alike, Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin’s adaptation of the hit video game saw Joel tasked with escorting Ellie across the wastes of the US in the hope that she might be humanity’s saviour from a deadly fungal virus. Battling zombie-like fungus-fueled creatures and humans with less than friendly intentions, the pair reached their destination, forming a surrogate father/daughter relationship along the way. Confronted with the reality that the potential of such a cure would result in Ellie’s death, Joel made the hard choice of rescuing her, at the bloody expense of possibly the entire human race.
Five years later, we found pair are living a comfortable life in Jackson, Wyoming, but it’s wasn't long before the consequences of Joel’s impulsive choice rear their head. To say more would be to spoil what is proving to be an epic and shocking second outing for the prestige drama, but for a spoiler filled recap of the latest installment, read on below.
Fans of the game will know the season finale won't be any less gut-wrenching than the preceding episodes, while those new to the story should expect a shocking climax. Read on for how to watch the Last of Us season 2 online, on TV and from anywhere.
Can I watch The Last of Us season 2 for free?
The Last of Us season 2 isn't streaming on any free services.
How to watch The Last of Us season 2 from abroad
For those away from home looking to watch The Last of Us season 2, you’ll be unable to watch the show like you normally would due to regional restrictions. Luckily, there’s an easy solution.
Downloading a VPN allows you to stream online, no matter where you are. It's a simple bit of software that changes your IP address, meaning that you can access on-demand content or live TV just as if you were at home.
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How to watch The Last of Us season 2 online in the US
The Last of Us season 2 premiered on HBO at 9pm ET/PT on Sunday, April 13. The finale will air in the same slot on Sunday, May 25.
You'll also be able to stream episodes of the zombie drama on Max. Max prices start at $9.99 a month.
If you're a cord-cutter, you can make a great saving if you combine Max with a Sling TV subscription. Anybody with Sling's Blue package gets $5/month off the price of the Max ad-free plan.
You can also subscribe to Max via Amazon Prime Video. The Max add-on costs $9.99/month after a 7-day free trial, on top of your Prime membership ($14.99/month after a 30-day free trial).
If you're away from home and don’t want to miss out, you can always use a VPN to tune in as you would at home.
How to watch The Last of Us season 2 online in the UK
The Last of Us season 2 simulcasts on Sky Atlantic at 2am BST on Mondays, with the finale set for Monday, May 26.
But you needn't watch it live in the early hours as it's also available to stream via the Sky Go service. You can also watch through Sky's pay as you go option, Now, with plans starting at £4.99.
Check out our dedicated guide to Sky TV deals and packages for today's best prices.
Brits abroad can use a VPN to watch as if they were back in Blighty.
How to watch The Last of Us season 2 online in Canada
You can watch The Last of Us season 2 exclusively on Crave in Canada with the finale streaming at 9pm ET/PT on Sunday, May 25.
Plans start from CA$9.99 a month (plus tax). Crave offers classic HBO series, on-demand movies, Crave originals and Showtime content.
Canadians away from home might want to try a VPN to watch their usual streaming service from abroad.
How to watch The Last of Us season 2 online in Australia
Aussies can watch The Last of Us season 2 on the newly minted Australian version of Max, with the finale landing on Monday, May 25.
Aussies travelling overseas can use a VPN to watch their usual streaming service as they would back in Oz.
What you need to know about The Last of Us season 2
The Last of Us season 2, episode 6 recap
The following recap contains major spoilers for The Last of Us, season 2, episode 6, "The Price"
After the shocking events of the previous episode, fans were treated to the return of Pedro Pascal, in a flashback episode that visited Ellie's birthday each year the pair lived in Jackson.
For her 15th birthday, Joel gifts Ellie a homemade guitar, playing for her in a tender moment between the two. On her 16th birthday, Joel takes Ellie to an abandoned museum, giving her the chance to live out her life long fantasy of playing an astronaut.
Surprising Ellie on her 17th birthday, Joel accidentally interrupts a moment of intimacy between Ellie and Cat. This leads to a heated discussion, with the pair decideing it might be best for Ellie to move in to the garage to have her own space.
On her 19th birthday, Ellie rehearses asking Joel about what really happened in Salt Lake City, before he surprises her with her first patrol. While out, they respond to a SOS from Eugene, only to discover he's been bitten. Eugene pleads with them to let him say goodbye to Gail, to which Joel agrees, instructing Ellie to gather their horses for the journey back. While Ellie is gone, Joel kills Eugene.
Back in Jackson, Joel lies to Gail, telling her that Eugene took his own life, but Ellie recognizes the look in Joel's eyes as he tells the lie, realizing it was the same look he gave her while telling her about the Fireflies. Engraged, she tells Gail the truth.
Nine months on, after the New Years Dance, Ellie confronts Joel about events at the hospital, with Joel tearfully confessing the truth while admitting he has no regrets about his actions and would do the same again. Ellie tells Joel that she doesn't think she can forgive him, but would like to try.
Back in Seattle, a battered and broken Ellie returns to the theatre...
The Last of Us season 2 trailer
The Last of Us season 2 release date?
Season 2 of The Last of Us premiered in the US and Canada on Sunday, April 13 and in the UK and Australia the following day. The full episode release schedule can be viewed below:
The Last of Us season 2 episode schedule
- Episode 1 - "Future Days": Sunday, April 13
- Episode 2 - "Through the Valley": Sunday, April 20
- Episode 3 - "The Path": Sunday, April 27
- Episode 4 - "Day One": Sunday, May 4
- Episode 5 - "Feel Her Love": Sunday, May 11
- Episode 6 - "The Price": Sunday, May 18
- Episode 7: Sunday, May 25
Who is in the cast of The Last of Us season 2?
- Pedro Pascal as Joel
- Bella Ramsey as Ellie
- Kaitlyn Dever as Abby
- Gabriel Luna as Tommy
- Rutina Wesley as Maria
- Isabela Merced as Dina
- Young Mazino as Jesse
- Danny Ramirez as Manny
Full details on the The Last of Us season 2 cast can be found right here.
What else can I watch on Max?
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