Is The Last Of Us faithful to the video game? Fans will love the series based on its character

fans The last among them will still have to endure their troubles until they discover the television adaptation of the famous video game. Scheduled to air on HBO in 2023, the series is currently in post-production in Calgary, Canada, after an intense thirteen months of filming. The Last Of Us is also the most expensive television series ever produced in Canada.

A solid budget should calm the most anxious fans who hope for an adaptation that meets their expectations, but also succeeds in visual and special effects to transport the infected that Joel will have to (Pedro Pascal) and Eli (Bella Ramsey).

During the filming, many photos and videos were leaked or shared, and this already satisfied the public, or at least aroused curiosity. Now that filming has wrapped, the cast can share a little more about the series, which is being created, written and produced by Craig Mazin (Chernobyl) and Neil Druckman (game creator).

This is the case of Bella Ramsey, who plays Ellie, and who wanted to reassure fans of The Last Of Us in an interview. He knowsClarifying that the adaptation will be faithful to the video game franchise, but also enrich the world:

“I know people were worried about it. When something is so dear to you as a viewer — as a gamer — of course you’re going to have trouble adapting it. But honestly, I think people are going to love it.

Follows the emotional rhythm of the game very well, respects the game very much and respects it. But it also brings new life to it. It explores different paths that haven’t been explored as much in the game. I think people will like it. I hope so. It was a lot of fun, that kind of experience. I hope he will also feel this experience when he takes part in the adventure with us.”

To recall, The Last Of Us tells the story of Joel and Ellie’s perilous journey to the United States, which is devastated by a pandemic caused by the fungus Cordyceps. During their journey, the duo will encounter infected and hostile survivors that they will have to fight.

In addition to the prestigious co-creators, the series can count on other famous and major names. Thus, the Argentine composer Gustavo Santaolala, who composed the soundtracks for both games, will provide the music for the series. The rest of the cast includes Gabriel Luna (Tom), Merle Dandridge (Marlene), Anna Torvey (Tess), Murray Bartlett (Frankie), Jeffrey Pearce (Perry), Con O’Neill (Billy), Nico Parker (Sarah) and Nick Offerman.

Moreover, actors Troy Baker and Ashley Johnson, who play and voice Joel and Ellie in the video games, are also part of the series cast! Of course, they will play other characters, but it’s nice to see them act.

It looks like all the ingredients have come together to make The Last Of Us TV adaptation a success. Fans will be able to decide in early 2023 when the show begins airing on HBO. At the moment, the series does not have a broadcaster in France.