The Last Of Us Season 3 Adds John Goodman And Even More Actors From The Games
HBO has announced the cast additions for the upcoming third season of The Last of Us, featuring notable names from both the video game franchise and established television talent. Laura Bailey and Ian Alexander, who originated the roles of Abby and Lev in Naughty Dog’s The Last of Us: Part II, will join the HBO series in different characters. Bailey will portray Elizabeth, described as one of the Seraphite leaders, while Alexander will play Paco. Oscar-nominated veteran John Goodman rounds out the casting announcement, taking on the role of Joey.
Both Joey and Paco are identified as “Heroes of the Highway,” though limited details about their storylines have been revealed at this stage. The casting represents an interesting approach to adapting the game’s narrative, with the original voice actors reprising the universe in alternative roles rather than their breakout game performances. This follows the show’s established pattern of diverging from the source material while maintaining core story elements.
Goodman brings significant television experience to the production, having previously appeared in HBO’s comedy series The Righteous Gemstones. His addition marks another high-profile actor joining a cast that has already drawn acclaim for its adaptation of the post-apocalyptic narrative. Season 3 is described as possibly the final season of the series, making these casting decisions particularly significant for the show’s conclusion.