HBO’s acclaimed post-apocalyptic drama The Last of Us continues to build its ensemble for Season 3, with the latest casting announcement revealing two new additions to portray key Seraphite siblings from The Last of Us Part II.
According to an exclusive report from Deadline, Michelle Mao (known for her role in Netflix’s Bridgerton) and Kyriana Kratter (recently seen in Disney+’s Star Wars: Skeleton Crew) have joined the cast as Yara and Lev, respectively. The pair are siblings and members of the enigmatic Seraphite cult—a scarred, religious faction central to the conflicts in Seattle during the game’s narrative.
The Last of US Season 3 Cast
| Actor/Actress | Role | Status/Notes | Faction/Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Ramsey | Ellie Williams | Returning (Lead) | Seeking revenge; central in flashbacks/ongoing arc |
| Kaitlyn Dever | Abby Anderson | Returning (Lead) | WLF soldier; protagonist perspective in Season 3 |
| Isabela Merced | Dina | Returning | Ellie’s partner; Jackson resident |
| Gabriel Luna | Tommy Miller | Returning | Joel’s brother; patrols and conflicts |
| Jeffrey Wright | Isaac | Returning | WLF leader |
| Young Mazino | Jesse | Returning (Likely) | Jackson patrol member; Dina’s ex |
| Spencer Lord | Owen | Promoted to Series Regular (from recurring in S2) | WLF member; former Firefly; key in Abby’s group |
| Tati Gabrielle | Nora | Promoted to Series Regular (from recurring in S2) | WLF medic; former Firefly |
| Ariela Barer | Mel | Promoted to Series Regular (from recurring in S2) | WLF doctor; Owen’s girlfriend; former Firefly |
| Jorge Lendeborg Jr. | Manny | New (Recast; replaces Danny Ramirez due to scheduling) | WLF soldier; Abby’s ally |
| Clea DuVall | Unnamed Seraphite | New (Recurring/Guest) | Member of the Seraphite cult |
| Patrick Wilson | Jerry Anderson | New (Recurring) | Abby’s father (flashback role) |
| Jason Ritter | Hanley | New (Recurring) | WLF soldier (original character) |
| Michelle Mao | Yara | New (Series Regular; reported/confirmed) | Seraphite sibling; protective older sister |
| Kyriana Kratter | Lev | New (Series Regular; reported/confirmed) | Seraphite sibling; young transgender character challenging cult norms |
Yara and Lev play pivotal supporting roles in Abby’s storyline, offering moments of humanity amid the brutal war between the Washington Liberation Front (WLF) and the Seraphites. Their inclusion signals that Season 3 will dive deeper into the Seraphite culture, beliefs, and internal dynamics, expanding on the glimpses viewers got in Season 2.
Michelle Mao, who has appeared in period drama Bridgerton, brings dramatic range to the role of Yara, Lev’s protective older sister. Kyriana Kratter, at 15 years old, steps into the complex and fan-favorite character of Lev—a young Seraphite who challenges the cult’s rigid doctrines and forms an unlikely alliance.
The casting arrives as production on Season 3 ramps up, following several other recent announcements. Kaitlyn Dever leads as Abby, with Bella Ramsey returning as Ellie, alongside Isabela Merced (Dina), and others like Gabriel Luna (Tommy) and Jeffrey Wright (Isaac). Recent additions include Patrick Wilson and Jason Ritter in recurring roles, with promotions for Ariela Barer, Tati Gabrielle, and Spencer Lord to series regulars. A recast also occurred for Manny, now played by Jorge Lendeborg Jr., and Clea DuVall joined as an unnamed Seraphite.
Season 3 is expected to focus heavily on Abby’s perspective in Seattle, adapting major events from The Last of Us Part II, including intense confrontations, moral dilemmas, and the Seraphites’ whistle-based communication and brutal rituals.
No official premiere date has been set, but HBO executives have indicated a likely 2027 release window, depending on whether the remaining story is condensed into one extended season or split further.
The involvement of Mao and Kratter has already sparked excitement among fans of the games, who praise the duo’s ability to capture the emotional depth and vulnerability of Yara and Lev. As the series continues its faithful yet emotionally layered adaptation, these new faces promise to bring fresh intensity to one of the franchise’s most poignant sibling relationships.
HBO and representatives for the actors have not yet commented further on the roles. Fans can expect more casting and production updates as filming progresses.
