HBO's adaptation of The Last of Us Part 2 will portray Abby differently than in the game. Showrunner Neil Druckmann explains that actress Kaitlyn Dever didn't need the same physical build as the game's Abby because the show prioritizes drama over moment-to-moment violent action. The show's Abby will be "physically more vulnerable," but with a stronger spirit, according to showrunner Craig Mazin. This approach allows for a different exploration of Abby's formidable nature.
The show plans to adapt Part 2 over multiple seasons, unlike Season 1's single-season adaptation of the first game. Season 2, comprising seven episodes, will end at a natural breakpoint, leaving room for future seasons.
The production faced challenges due to the online toxicity surrounding Abby's character. This led to increased security measures for actress Kaitlyn Dever, and actress Isabel Merced (Dina) highlighted the absurdity of the hate directed at a fictional character.
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