• By Bornika Das
  • Thu, 10 Apr 2025 07:20 PM (IST)
  • Source:JND

The Last Of Us Best Dialogues: HBO’s post-apocalyptic drama series, The Last Of Us is one of the rare adaptations that showcased powerful storytelling and character development that garnered the attention of the fans worldwide. The Emmy-award winning series narrates the world 20 years after modern civilisation has been destroyed. Out of all the outstanding actors in The Last Of Us, Pedro Pascal, who played the character of Joel Miller, left a lasting impression among his fans. He portrayed the character of a man who is hardened by loss and survival in the post-apocalyptic world. He delivered some heart-touching yet powerful quotes and dialogues that seemed to have itched in the minds of the audience.

Joel, although a tough man from the outside, has a heart that is capable of deep love,  vulnerability and unexpected tenderness. The dialogues delivered by Joel offer deep cuts in the audiences’ hearts even after each season ends. His quotes define who he is and reflect the pain, conflict and complexity of a man caught between survival and humanity. Here are some of the best dialogues delivered by Joel in HBO’s The Last Of Us series.

Joel’s Best Quotes In The Last Of Us

“I Think It’s Time We Quit This Place. Come On, Let’s Go.” - Chapter 6: The Suburbs (The Last Of Us Part 1)

“I've Struggled A Long Time With Survivin', But No Matter What, You Keep Finding Something To Fight For.” - Chapter 12: Jackson (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Now Ellie, That Ain't For Kids." - Chapter 5: Pittsburgh (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Do You Even Understand What That Means?" - Chapter 5: Pittsburgh (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"It's Called Luck, And It Is Gonna Run Out." - Chapter 3: The Outskirts (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"I Swear." - Chapter 12: Jackson (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Yeah, Well, Just Try Not To Let Your Guard Down." - Chapter 5: Pittsburgh (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Don't You Have A Plan B?" - Chapter 4: Bill's Town (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"I'm Glad I Didn't Get My Head Blown Off By A Goddamn Kid." - Chapter 5: Pittsburgh (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"And Just So We’re Clear About Back There... It Was Either Him Or Me." - Chapter 5: Pittsburgh (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Endure And Survive." - Chapter 5: Pittsburgh (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"You Sacrifice The Few To Save The Many." - Chapter 5: Pittsburgh (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"You Have No Idea What Loss Is." - Chapter 7: Tommy's Dam (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"You’re Right. You’re Not My Daughter- And I Sure As Hell Ain’t Your Dad. And We Are Going Our Separate Ways."- Chapter 7: Tommy's Dam (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Why Don't You Just Say Whatever Speech You've Got Rehearsed And Get This Over With." - Chapter 1: Jackson (The Last Of Us Part 2)

"Happy Birthday, Kiddo." - Chapter 2: Seattle Day 1 - The Birthday Gift (The Last Of Us Part 2)

"If Somehow The Lord Gave Me A Second Chance...I Would Do It All Over Again." - Chapter 11: Santa Barbara (The Last Of Us Part 2)

"What Is The Downside To Eating A Clock? It's Time-Consuming." - Chapter 1: Jackson (The Last Of Us Part 2)

"If I Ever Were To Lose You, I'd Surely Lose Myself." - Chapter 1: Jackson (The Last Of Us Part 2)

"...No Matter What, You Keep Finding Something To Fight For." - Chapter 12: Jackson (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"No, We Are Survivors!" - Chapter 3: The Outskirts (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"You Want To Know The Best Thing About My Job? I Don't Gotta Know Why." - Chapter 2: The Quarantine Zone (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Too Much." - Chapter 8: The University (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"If I Get In Trouble Down There, You Make Every Shot Count." - Chapter 5: Pittsburgh (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"You'd Just Come After Her." - Chapter 11: The Firefly Lab (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Tommy Saw The World One Way, I Saw The Other." - Chapter 7: Tommy's Dam (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Ellie, You're Treading On Some Mighty Thin Ice Here." - Chapter 7: Tommy's Dam (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"I Guess No Matter How Hard You Try, You Can't Escape Your Past." - Chapter 10: Bus Depot (The Last Of Us Part 1)

"Oh, Baby Girl... It's Okay. It's Okay." - Chapter 9: Lakeside Resort (The Last Of Us Part 1)

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