Creators of ‘The Last of Us’ Discuss the Possibility of Pedro Pascal’s Joel Returning for Season 3

Unraveling the Mysteries of The Last of Us

There’s something oddly comforting about knowing that nothing in “The Last of Us” is quite what it seems. Fans may still be reeling from the unexpected twists of season two, and it’s hard not to wonder – is this the end for Pedro Pascal’s Joel Miller? It’s a question that hangs in the air, like a lingering thought you just can’t shake.

The show’s cocreators, Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, are no strangers to keeping audiences guessing. They’ve hinted at a future where flashbacks could bring Joel back into focus. Imagine glimpses of a younger Joel alongside his brother, Tommy, played by Gabriel Luna. Mazin himself seems intrigued by the idea: “Next season, we probably will have a lot more flexibility to tell side stories.” He mused over the possibility of a side trip featuring Joel and Tommy. Perhaps we’ll even get tales of them causing havoc in days gone by…

Mazin also touched on Tommy’s complex past – a man shaped by war and dark deeds shared with his brother. There’s a promise there, one that might bring layers to Tommy’s character we’ve yet to see. And isn’t that the heart of storytelling? To dig deeper into motivations and murky histories?

Meanwhile, Bella Ramsey’s Ellie captivated viewers throughout season two, but things might shift come season three. In a conversation with Variety, Ramsey hinted at a diminished presence for Ellie: “I think that I’m going to be there, but not a whole bunch.” That bit of news feels like waiting for rain in drought – you expect it, but you’re never quite sure when it’ll arrive.

The recent finale left us with Abby stepping into the limelight. A showdown with Ellie wrapped things up before Abby’s perspective took center stage. It hints at a bold narrative choice for the upcoming season – Abby might be where our eyes land next.

Craig Mazin’s reflections on storytelling paint an interesting picture. To him, heroes and villains are constructs too simplistic for such a layered world: “Our way of processing the world through heroes and villains is a mistake.” It’s like peeling back layers of an onion only to find more layers beneath – each one revealing complexities that challenge our perceptions.

Mazin acknowledged that this storytelling approach might provoke viewers: “We understand people are going to be provoked.” But isn’t that what makes this journey fascinating? It invites us to step beyond comfort zones and embrace ambiguity.

It’s easy to get lost in the speculation surrounding “The Last of Us”. Is Joel’s story truly over? Will Ellie fade into the background as Abby steps forward? Each question feels like turning pages in a book where every answer leads to another query. It’s exciting in its uncertainty.

If you’re curious about what’s next for “The Last of Us”, NPR has provided an insightful overview that may give some clues about where this intricate tale might head next: check it out here. Perhaps you’ll find yourself speculating alongside the rest of us…

For more context, see this BBC Entertainment overview.