Television The Last of Us - TV Series HBO | NO GAME REFERENCES OR SPOILERS | Receives 24 Emmy nominations

[One Night Only]

I’m honestly mostly looking forward to the meltdowns seasons 2/3 will cause

With that being said, I thought the first episode was pretty good overall.

I can't even remember what the uproar about part 2 was

Not sure the seasons will correspond with the 1 and 2, think they'll stretch it out a bit more.

 

[Shark]

As good as a debut can be, mirroring the game without it feeling like it's based off one, it feels real and cast is absolutely spot on. Bella Ramsey has Ellie to a tee.

 

[Massive Spanner]

I did find it funny that we were supposed to believe Pedro Pascal was 36 just cause his hair wasn’t grey

 

[Simbo]

Game spoilers or references aren’t allowed in here.

Yeh if only everyone was capable of sticking to these rules.

 

[Simbo]

I did find it funny that we were supposed to believe Pedro Pascal was 36 just cause his hair wasn’t grey

That genuinely annoyed me him being 36 Then calling him old! Thankfully it jumped a few years.

 

[Annihilate Now!]

I did find it funny that we were supposed to believe Pedro Pascal was 36 just cause his hair wasn’t grey

To be fair he didn't look either 36 or 56...so at least they were consistent!

 

[Massive Spanner]

To be fair he didn't look either 36 or 56...so at least they were consistent!

True. Though He’s 47 in real life so certainly closer to 56!

 

[esmufc07]

Man that was a great opening episode.

 

[Zen]

It was good and an exceptional adaptation - but I feel it's getting a bit overhyped because it's actually mastered the feat of being a good adaptation. But it's the best source material that's ever been adapted, since it actually builds the characters in the game, and more importantly, the bond between the characters.

I'm more interested in them saving the shite writing of the second game though, since it totally forgot the above. But it shouldn't be too hard to resolve that issue in TV form.

 

[SuperiorXI]

Can't believe Jonathan from The Mummy predicted this shit

 

[Zen]

Really? Already in this thread?

Really what?

 

[sewey89]

Really what?

The Last of Us - TV Series HBO | NO GAME REFERENCES OR SPOILERS

 

[LawCharltonBest]

I hate that this series exists because I was hoping for a 3rd Last of us game. Which obviously won't happen to schedule now because they'll prioritise this piece of shit TV series

Shame on all of you. Bastards

 

[Zen]

The Last of Us - TV Series HBO | NO GAME REFERENCES OR SPOILERS

Theres no spoilers. And the relationships and interactions have been mentioned plenty before my post. And you’d already know this from trailers too.

But whatever, I won’t return to this thread if this how sensitive it is. I mean why be in this thread at all if things as non spoilery as that will bother people. Me out.

 

[Massive Spanner]

I hate that this series exists because I was hoping for a 3rd Last of us game. Which obviously won't happen to schedule now because they'll prioritise this piece of shit TV series

Shame on all of you. Bastards

Why would a show made by HBO impact a game series made by Naughty Dog?

If anything they'll be more inclined to make a third game given the show looks to be so massive. It's basically free marketing.

 

[KiD MoYeS]

I hate that this series exists because I was hoping for a 3rd Last of us game. Which obviously won't happen to schedule now because they'll prioritise this piece of shit TV series

Shame on all of you. Bastards

Apparently the story for Part III is nearly complete. I wouldn't be surprised if they are all ready working on it. Sony tend to hold off on any game announcements until they have a cemented release date, hence the delay in any Last of Us Factions release date. I'd be surprised if Naughty Dog don't look to capitalise on increasing popularity in the franchise due to the series.

 

[Drawfull]

Based on 1 episode yes. 99% from critics, 96% from audience on rotten tomatoes. No review bombing and only the occasional angry nerd.

That 99% from critics is based on the full run (for the vast majority of the reviews anyway)

 

[The Cat]

Initially I didn't realise who was playing Tess until she said one line that got me thinking is that her from Fringe, no way?

 

[padr81]

Initially I didn't realise who was playing Tess until she said one line that got me thinking is that her from Fringe, no way?

Yup, Anna Torv. She's been in some decent tv shows, one of the things that made me hopeful when the casting was announced.

 

[Oldyella]

Really strong first episode. Liked the addition of the first tv interview scene as an introduction to people who hadn't played the games.

I hope we do get some deviations from the game story though, just to keep it fresh for those of us who know the games.

 

[sewey89]

Theres no spoilers. And the relationships and interactions have been mentioned plenty before my post. And you’d already know this from trailers too.

But whatever, I won’t return to this thread if this how sensitive it is. I mean why be in this thread at all if things as non spoilery as that will bother people. Me out.

I was just pointing out what I believe @RexHamilton was referring to. I've played the game so it didn't bother me. I agree it wasn't a spoiler, but it was a reference. I guess the thread is just to be treated as though we've not played the game and based on what we've seen on the show. Might be best for those of us who've played the games to avoid it to be honest.

 

[esmufc07]

Can’t we just have another thread for those who’ve played the game?

 

[Eddy_JukeZ]

I’m honestly mostly looking forward to the meltdowns seasons 2/3 will cause

With that being said, I thought the first episode was pretty good overall.

They should retcon the entirety of part 2 in TV form.

 

[Van Piorsing]

This have potential for hell of a zombie show. Hopefully it will stay brutal like the game was and even add some gruesome elements from other work (Romero's movies, 28 Days Later, TWD etc).

 

[Sylar]

Got onto tlou game late but was one of my faves

Episode one was just fantastic. The beginning part was just great and tense

Haven't seen torv in anything since fringe so good to see her again. The characters all look great.

Also seeing John Hannah was kinda hilarious in that opening scene

Can't wait to watch more of this. Music and feel of the show is all great so far

 

[Massive Spanner]

How's Troy Baker in this? I've heard he's a bit of a self-indulgent bore on podcasts or in interviews.

Yeah he really reminded me of you.

He's the host more than anything and mainly asks the other two questions about the show, so he's fine.

 

[nimic]

Yeah he really reminded me of you.

He's the host more than anything and mainly asks the other two questions about the show, so he's fine.

At least I didn't misspell Craig Mazin you hack fraud.

Thanks!

 

[mu4c_20le]

Anyone know what the watchmaker's wife says when she closes shop early? Sounds like arabic

 

[Sylar]

Man, marking a spoiler as a spoiler from a game is dangerous territory. Especially for those who havent played the game..
Im so surprised even after the whole game of thrones thing, people still dont get the spoiler thing, even when its in the thread title.

 

[One Night Only]

Anyone know what the watchmaker's wife says when she closes shop early? Sounds like arabic

Seen it on Reddit, it's nothing important really, just saying there's trouble basically.

 

[One Night Only]

Man, marking a spoiler as a spoiler from a game is dangerous territory. Especially for those who havent played the game..
Im so surprised even after the whole game of thrones thing, people still dont get the spoiler thing, even when its in the thread title.

It'll end with 2 different threads, one for game spoilers and one without.

It's difficult for game players not to accidently spoil things anyway, even a small slipup can be a spoiler. Also I guess the gamers may want to talk about the difference between game and TV show too.

 

[Drawfull]

Anyone know what the watchmaker's wife says when she closes shop early? Sounds like arabic

The first bit is maybe my God? Madre mia in spanish, muchanchas ma it sounded like. Sorry Arabians.

 

[Drawfull]

Man, marking a spoiler as a spoiler from a game is dangerous territory. Especially for those who havent played the game..
Im so surprised even after the whole game of thrones thing, people still dont get the spoiler thing, even when its in the thread title.

Is this aimed at me? It's a ten year old game, and you don't have to click.

 

[Sylar]

Is this aimed at me? It's a ten year old game, and you don't have to click.

No, just in general. Its happened a few times already here.
But again, its not about 'you dont have to click'. Its about being considerate for those who are watching this for the first time with no references.
I mean look at the thread title.

It'll end with 2 different threads, one for game spoilers and one without.

It's difficult for game players not to accidently spoil things anyway, even a small slipup can be a spoiler. Also I guess the gamers may want to talk about the difference between game and TV show too.

Yeah, I can see that happening. I dont wanna police the thread, and all. For me, its not a specific issue. But can see how it would suck for others especially when spoiler are not accurately tagged as seen on this page

 

[macheda14]

Is this aimed at me? It's a ten year old game, and you don't have to click.

Yes but it could be a spoiler from the first episode as there are some people who will come into the thread just to see what people’s thoughts are before they watch the episode. It’s not that hard, we don’t talk about spoilers from the game in here.

 

[Drawfull]

No, just in general. Its happened a few times already here.
But again, its not about 'you dont have to click'. Its about being considerate for those who are watching this for the first time with no references.
I mean look at the thread title.


Yeah, I can see that happening. I dont wanna police the thread, and all. For me, its not a specific issue. But can see how it would suck for others especially when spoiler are not accurately tagged as seen on this page

I did look to be fair. If it is to be taken literally, then all posts would be either: This is great, or this is alright, or this is shit. There'd be no point. Maybe do what the Guardian do and have a TIG, TIA, TIS thread and a discuss with Spoilers thread.

 

[Drawfull]

Yes but it could be a spoiler from the first episode as there are some people who will come into the thread just to see what people’s thoughts are before they watch the episode. It’s not that hard, we don’t talk about spoilers from the game in here.

I think my first post, post-release in this was, 'this is excellent, and I like how it mirrors the game'. Words to that effect anyway. Anything remotely spoilery I've put in a spoiler, and please see my previous reply.

 

[macheda14]

I think my first post, post-release in this was, 'this is excellent, and I like how it mirrors the game'. Words to that effect anyway. Anything remotely spoilery I've put in a spoiler, and please see my previous reply.

The point being someone who hasn’t played the game will see ‘spoiler’ and click on it thinking it was related to spoilers in the first episode. Not the end of the entire series.

 

[One Night Only]

These feckin threads man, always end up more posts arguing about spoilers than posts about the shows never change caf.

 

[Drawfull]

The point behind someone who hasn’t played the game will see ‘spoiler’ and click on it thinking it was related to spoilers in the first episode. Not the end of the entire series.

Ah.