While HBO and the upcoming show’s creators have not revealed the TV adaptation’s premise, Druckmann hinted on Twitter that it will indeed feature the game’s protagonists Ellie and Joel. Interestingly, this is one of the rarest moments in show business where a game’s creator is directly involved with the production of its adaptation process.
— Dr. Uckmann (@Neil_Druckmann) March 5, 2020 THR reports that HBO’s Carolyn Straus will executive produce the TV adaptation along with Naughty Dog president Evan Wells. Additionally, the project is a collaboration between the network and Sony Pictures Television, in association with PlayStation Productions. It’s also worth noting that the show will be the latter’s first ever TV series. The game’s HBO series’ premiere date has not been announced at this time. The same can be said for the potential casting of its characters as well. On the other hand, The Last of Us 2 – the sequel to critically acclaimed 2013 PS3 game – is slated to be released for the PlayStation 4 in May 2020. (Source: Neil Druckmann / THR)
