Joel’s death in The Last of Us 2 video game is the moment that sends Ellie down a path of revenge. It’s a pivotal moment in the game, but will the TV show go down the same path? Will Joel die in The Last of Us TV show season 2? Here’s what we know so far about the fate of Pedro Pascal’s beloved character.
Will Joel die in The Last of Us TV Show season 2?
If the show follows the same pacing as the game, then Joel will die in The Last of Us TV show season 2.
Speaking to Esquire, Pedro Pascal stated that “It wouldn’t make sense to follow the first game so faithfully only to stray severely from the path.” However, Pascal claims that he doesn’t know what the writers have planned for the character.
If Joel doesn’t die at the start of season 2, which would line up with the game’s brutal opening, it’s easy to imagine the writers saving the death for a big finale. However, this would mean padding the story in between.
Is it possible that Joel will live in The Last of Us season 2?
It’s possible that Joel will live in The Last of Us TV season 2.
While Pascal has made comments about how it makes sense to follow the events of the game, he has also stated that he thinks “Part 2 has more leeway.” What’s more, co-creator and writer Craig Mazin has said that they “don’t feel constrained by the source material.”
Whether or not this could mean Joel survives the bulk of season 2, only to die at the end in a spectacular finale, or live to see the start of season 3, it’s not clear. We likely won’t know the fate of Pedro Pascal’s character until the second season airs.
For more The Last of Us content, the showrunner recently confirmed that Matthew McConaughey was also considered for Joel. Also, Joel actor Pedro Pascal gave his thoughts on the importance of blind casting.
