Li Jun Li Joins ‘The Last of Us’ Season 3 Cast
Li Jun Li, known for her breakout role in “Sinners,” has officially joined the cast of Season 3 of the acclaimed series “The Last of Us.” In this HBO Max production, she will portray Miriam, a Seraphite, and the mother of characters Lev and Yara. This casting news was reported exclusively by El-Balad.
New Additions to the Cast
Li Jun Li will join a previously announced ensemble that includes:
- Michelle Mao as Yara
- Kyriana Kratter as Lev
- Clea DuVall
- Jorge Lendeborg Jr. as Manny
Other cast members from Season 2 who have been promoted to regulars for Season 3 include:
- Jason Ritter
- Patrick Wilson
- Ariela Barer
- Tati Gabrielle
- Spencer Lord
Returning and Previous Cast Members
Returning actors for the upcoming season include:
- Kaitlyn Dever
- Bella Ramsey
- Isabella Merced
- Gabriel Luna
- Jeffrey Wright
Li Jun Li is also set to appear in the upcoming film “Spider-Noir,” which features Academy Award winner Nicolas Cage. This Marvel series is scheduled for a global premiere on May 27.
About “The Last of Us”
The show, based on the popular video game franchise, is set in a post-apocalyptic world plagued by a fungal infection that turns people into aggressive creatures. It was co-created by Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, who announced his departure as co-showrunner prior to Season 3. Following his exit, Mazin will continue as the sole showrunner, writer, and executive producer for the series.
Production Details
The series is a collaboration between HBO and Sony Pictures Television. The executive production team includes:
- Carolyn Strauss
- Jacqueline Lesko
- Cecil O’Connor
- Asad Qizilbash
- Carter Swan
- Evan Wells
Production for Season 3 is slated to begin this summer. Li Jun Li is represented by Gersh, Authentic, and attorneys Karl Austen and Andrew Howard, as well as Persona PR.
