Goodman plays Joey, one half of the self-nicknamed “Heroes of the Highway” duo from the series based on a Sony PlayStation video game series that follows characters in postapocalyptic America. “The Last of Us,” led by showrunner and executive producer Craig Mazin, is expected to return to HBO next year for what may be its final season.
Alexander steps into the role of Paco, the other half of the duo. Alexander previously played Lev in “The Last of Us: Part II” video game. The actor also appeared in “The OA” television series as Buck Vu.
Previously announced new cast members for Season 3 are Clea Duvall, Patrick Wilson, Jason Ritter, Jorge Lendeborg Jr., Michelle Mao and Kyriana Kratter.
Returning cast for the season includes Kaitlyn Dever, Bella Ramsey, Isabella Merced, Gabriel Luna and Jeffrey Wright. Ariela Barer, Tati Gabrielle and Spencer Lord have been promoted to series regular for Season 3.
Goodman plays President Compson in the highly anticipated movie “Digger,” starring Tom Cruise, which opens Oct. 2.
Goodman is represented by Gersh. Alexander is represented by Curate. Bailey is represented by CAA.
(Pictured: Laura Bailey, John Goodman, Ian Alexander)
