Patrick Wilson and Jason Ritter Join 'The Last of Us' Season 3 Cast

Wilson to play Abby's father, while Ritter will portray a WLF soldier

Mar. 16, 2026 at 11:24pm

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The hit HBO series 'The Last of Us' has added two new cast members for its upcoming third season. Patrick Wilson, known for his roles in 'The Conjuring' and 'Aquaman', will play the character of Jerry Anderson, the father of Kaitlyn Dever's Abby. Additionally, Jason Ritter, who previously appeared as an infected 'Clicker' in season 1, will join the cast as a WLF soldier named Hanley.

Why it matters

The additions of Wilson and Ritter to the 'The Last of Us' cast are significant, as they will play key roles in the show's continued adaptation of the popular video game franchise. Jerry Anderson's character is particularly important, as his death at the hands of Joel Miller in season 1 was the catalyst for Abby's quest for revenge, which drove much of the events in season 2.

The details

Patrick Wilson will take on the role of Jerry Anderson, the father of Kaitlyn Dever's character Abby. In the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', Abby's backstory and her relationship with her father were explored in a significant flashback sequence. The casting of Wilson suggests that the show will likely delve deeper into Abby's past and her motivations. Meanwhile, Jason Ritter, who previously appeared as an infected 'Clicker' in season 1, will now play a WLF (Washington Liberation Front) soldier named Hanley.

  • The Last of Us season 3 is planned to premiere in 2027, according to HBO head Casey Bloys.

The players

Patrick Wilson

An American actor known for his roles in films such as 'The Conjuring' and 'Aquaman'. He will play the character of Jerry Anderson, the father of Abby, in the upcoming third season of 'The Last of Us'.

Jason Ritter

An American actor who previously appeared as an infected 'Clicker' in season 1 of 'The Last of Us'. He will now play the role of a WLF (Washington Liberation Front) soldier named Hanley in season 3.

Kaitlyn Dever

An American actress who portrays the character of Abby in 'The Last of Us' television series.

Pedro Pascal

A Chilean-American actor who plays the role of Joel Miller in 'The Last of Us'.

Bella Ramsey

A British actress who plays the character of Ellie in 'The Last of Us' television adaptation.

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What they’re saying

“Co-creating the show has been a career highlight. It's been an honor to work alongside Craig Mazin to executive produce, direct, and write on the last two seasons. I'm deeply thankful for the thoughtful approach and dedication the talented cast and crew took to adapting The Last of Us Part I and the continued adaptation of The Last of Us Part II. I look forward to HBO and PlayStation Productions continuing Ellie and Abby's story next season.”

— Neil Druckmann, Co-creator of 'The Last of Us' video game series (Statement)

What’s next

The third season of 'The Last of Us' is expected to premiere on HBO in 2027, according to the network's head, Casey Bloys.

The takeaway

The additions of Patrick Wilson and Jason Ritter to the 'The Last of Us' cast for season 3 signal the show's continued commitment to faithfully adapting the beloved video game franchise, with key characters and storylines from the source material being brought to life on the small screen.