Twenty years after modern civilization has been destroyed, Joel, a hardened survivor, is hired to smuggle Ellie, a 14-year-old girl, out of an oppressive quarantine zone. What starts as a small job soon becomes a brutal, heartbreaking journey, as they both must traverse the United States and depend on each other for survival.
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Twenty years after modern civilization has been destroyed, Joel, a hardened survivor, is hired to smuggle Ellie, a 14-year-old girl, out of an oppressive quarantine zone. What starts as a small job soon becomes a brutal, heartbreaking journey, as they both must traverse the United States and depend on each other for survival.
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2003. As a parasitic fungal outbreak begins to ravage the country and the world, Joel Miller attempts to escape the escalating chaos with his daughter and brother. Twenty years later, a now hardened Joel and his partner Tess fight to survive under a totalitarian regime, while the insurgent Fireflies harbor a teenage girl with a unique gift.
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Directed by Craig MazinWritten by Neil Druckmann, Craig MazinGuest stars Gabriel Luna, John Hannah, Josh Brener, Christopher Heyerdahl, Brad Leland, Marcia Bennett, Brendan Fletcher, Jerry Wasserman
In 2003, an Indonesian scientist makes a devastating discovery. In 2023, now outside of the quarantine zone, Joel and Tess clash over Ellie's fate as they navigate a long-abandoned Boston overrun with Infected.
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Directed by Neil DruckmannWritten by Craig MazinGuest stars Anna Torv, Christine Hakim, Yayu Unru, Sharon Crandall, Philip Prajoux, Olivier Ross-Parent, Samuel Hoeksema
Doomsday prepper Bill prepares to ride out the apocalypse alone...until a mysterious stranger upends his plans. Years later, Joel and Ellie seek Bill's guidance – and find themselves at a crossroads.
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Directed by Peter HoarWritten by Craig MazinGuest stars Anna Torv, Nick Offerman, Murray Bartlett, Kevin Sateri, Marcus Aurelio, Rumbie Muzofa
After a harrowing trek across a desolate United States, Joel and Ellie find themselves navigating a dangerous Kansas City on foot. Later, rebel leader Kathleen instigates a manhunt – one that pits her violent civilian militia against the world's best hope.
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Directed by Jeremy WebbWritten by Craig MazinGuest stars Jeffrey Pierce, Keivonn Woodard, John Getz, Juan Magana, Eric Breker, Melanie Lynskey, Lamar Johnson, Jason Ritter
On the streets of a newly free Kansas City, Henry fights to protect his brother Sam from rebel soldiers who will stop at nothing to appease their ruthless leader. As her manhunt continues, Kathleen doubles down on her quest for revenge, while Ellie forms a meaningful friendship.
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Directed by Jeremy WebbWritten by Craig MazinGuest stars Jeffrey Pierce, Keivonn Woodard, John Getz, Craig Haas, Adam Basil, Ron J. Anderson, Skye Belle Cowton, Samuel Hoeksema
After months of traveling, Joel and Ellie receive a grave warning about what lies ahead. Later, Ellie learns more about Joel's past – while Joel tries his best to forget.
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Directed by Jasmila ŽbanićWritten by Craig MazinGuest stars Gabriel Luna, Graham Greene, Elaine Miles, Paolina van Kleef, Toby Levins, Tiahra Allen, Miël Logan, Nico Parker
As Joel fights to survive, Ellie’s struggle to save him stirs memories of her life in a FEDRA orphanage. Weeks before meeting Joel, Ellie recalls joining her best friend Riley for a night to remember… one that will change the course of both of their lives – and the fate of the world – forever.
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Directed by Liza JohnsonWritten by Neil DruckmannGuest stars Storm Reid, Terry Chen, Ian Rozylo, Ruby Lybbert
After crossing paths with a vengeful group of survivors, Ellie's fighting spirit draws unwanted attention from its leader. Still battling for his life, a weakened Joel faces off with a hunting party out for blood.
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Directed by Ali AbbasiWritten by Craig MazinGuest stars Ari Rombough, Sonia Maria Chirila, Nelson Leis, Jason Vaisvila, Benjamin Rogers, Erik Lindquist, Troy Baker, Scott Shepherd
After being pursued by Infected, a pregnant Anna places her trust in a lifelong friend. Years later, Ellie is forced to grapple with the emotional toll of her journey, while Joel faces a devastating decision of his own.
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Directed by Ali AbbasiWritten by Neil Druckmann, Craig MazinGuest stars Merle Dandridge, Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Pardeep Sooch, Andy McDermott, Primo Allon, Darren Dolynski, Ana Rice
