An actor from The Last of Us is still hopeful for a cameo in the highly anticipated second season of the HBO series, despite the possibility of his character's demise.

In the first season of The Last of Us, Josh Brener portrayed the character Murray, the intriguing host of a talk show that foreshadowed a global pandemic. While the series initially hinted at Murray's death, Brener remains optimistic about a potential appearance in season 2.

During the promotion of his movie 'Cold Wallet' at SXSW, Brener mentioned the possibility of returning through re-animation, emphasizing that in the world of the show, anyone can be brought back. However, co-creator Craig Mazin has reportedly confirmed Murray's absence in the upcoming season, hinting at challenges due to the time jump.

The upcoming season of The Last of Us is expected to feature a significant time leap, around six decades after Murray's supposed death. This temporal distance implies that flashback sequences may be the only way to incorporate Murray's character. Production for season 2 is underway following HBO's renewal of the series due to its immense popularity and critical acclaim.

Rumors suggest that the second season may consist of seven episodes, hinting at a need for multiple seasons to cover the events of the second game comprehensively. With the third game unannounced, the creators have an opportunity to align with the source material over multiple seasons. Fans eagerly anticipate the release of season 2, following the success of the first season that garnered numerous awards. While no official release date is set, speculations point towards a potential premiere in the first half of 2025.

The Last of Us season 2 is currently in production.

Source: Deadline