The Last of Us : Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey star as Joel and Ellie

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HBO has produced an exceptional adaptation of "The Last of Us" that is already

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that is already considered a top contender for the best show of 2023.

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Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey received praise for their performances as Joel and Ellie, respectively.

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Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin successfully honored,

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the essence of the original video game while creating something equally captivating for both fans and newcomers.

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The heart-throttling finale of the first season has left fans eagerly anticipating,

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the next chapter of Joel and Ellie's story.

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"The Last of Us" Season 2 is expected to arrive in 2025,

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but its release date may be further delayed due to the recent SAG-AFTRA actor strikes.

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'The Last of Us' quickly gained popularity – and with good reason,

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