‘The Last of Us’ Breaks IMDB Record Before Premiere Episode Airs
It’s not often that a TV show breaks records before its first episode even airs, but HBO’s The Last of Us has done just that. After only the premiere episode, The Last of Us has already surpassed Breaking Bad to become the #1 TV show on IMDb, with 9.5 stars. It has also beat out Game of Thrones and Sopranos.
The Last of Us follows Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) as they travel across the United States on a journey to find the mysterious Fireflies, a gang of revolutionaries attempting to overthrow the American military in the wake of a zombie apocalypse. With Ellie holding the keys to immunity in her genetic code, Joel needs to deliver her safely, or else risk the entire world losing the fight against the infected.
The creative minds behind this hit series are an impressive force.
Cary Joji Fukunaga (True Detective) serves as executive producer and director for several episodes while Craig Mazin (Chernobyl) created and wrote all 8 episodes, as well as executive, produced them. Notable talent includes Pedro Pascal (Narcos), Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones), Shannon Woodward (Westworld), and so many more. Talk about a hard-hitting creative team.
Critics have been quick to praise The Last of Us for its unique perspective on a post-apocalyptic world filled with horror elements that still feel grounded in reality. Thanks to outstanding performances from its cast. From gripping action sequences to thought-provoking themes about humanity, it’s no surprise that viewers have given it such high ratings after only one episode! It is worth noting that normally series that go off of video games don’t do very well, but The Last of Us is changing that single-handedly.
It looks like The Last of Us is certainly living up to its hype so far!
If you haven’t checked out this new series yet, now is definitely your chance – it’s already breaking records and there’s no telling how much further it will go! Whether you’re looking for something new or just want another show to binge-watch during Dry-January, give The Last of Us a try – you won’t regret it!!
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