‘The Last of Us’ Creators Reveal They've Wanted Kaitlyn Dever for Abby Since Her Failed Audition for Ellie in Season 1

The creators of The Last of Us have revealed that Kaitlyn Dever was in their minds from the very beginning.

February 3, 2025 · 1 min · 78 words · Cory Smith

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We just remained in touch.

Ibelieve Craig had the idea of using Kaitlyn for Abby when we talked about Season 2.

The reason we cast Kaitlyn is because shes an incredible actor.

Abby (Kaitlyn Dever) looks over a grave in The Last of Us Season 2

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But their fragile peace is shattered by Abbys arrival.

Abby isn’t alone either.

Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller in The Last of Us Season 2.

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