What to watch if you love The Last of Us

With Season 2 of The Last of Us premiering on Max, the adrenaline of survival mode has officially kicked in. Check out these picks in between weekly episode drops to continue exploring other eerie worlds.

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In a world ravaged by a deadly fungus, Joel and Ellie form an unlikely bond while navigating the post-apocalyptic wasteland. Tense, emotional, and downright gripping, this survival saga is more than just monsters – it’s about love, loss, and what it means to survive.

Bonus: You now have the option to watch Season 2 with American Sign Language. Search “The Last of Us” and look for the ASL-enabled version. Season 1 will be available with ASL starting March 31.

Ten thousand years before the rise of Paul Atreides, sisters Valya and Tula Harkonnen struggle to keep the Sisterhood alive. Dive into the origins of the Bene Gesserit in Dune: Prophecy. Packed with intrigue, politics, and spice (literally), this prequel takes us deeper into the epic world of Frank Herbert’s masterpiece.

After a global pandemic wipes out most of humanity, a traveling theater troupe tries to keep hope alive. Station Eleven is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of survival, art, and the human connections that can rebuild the world – if you’re lucky enough to find them.

One fine day, two percent of the world’s population just … disappears. No explanation, no warning. As society tries to make sense of the chaos, The Leftovers dives deep into grief, faith, and the mysteries of existence. Prepare to be drawn into a series that’s both disorienting and profoundly moving.

What if superheroes weren’t the good guys? The Watchmen flips the classic good-versus-evil story, plunging us into a world of morally complex vigilantes, conspiracy, and a brutal examination of power. Get ready for a dark, thought-provoking ride with a side of gritty, comic-book action.

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