: Joel takes over a sniper’s nest to protect Ellie, Henry, and Sam as Kathleen’s forces descend upon them.
: A massive sinkhole opens, releasing hundreds of infected into the street, including a child "Clicker" and the series' first "Bloater"—a massive, late-stage infected with extreme strength and durability. The Last of Us S01E05 1080p.mp4
Picking up immediately after the events of Episode 4, Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) are held at gunpoint by Henry (Lamar Johnson) and his younger brother Sam (Keivonn Montreal Woodard). The two groups form a reluctant alliance to escape Kansas City, which is under the brutal control of a revolutionary group led by Kathleen (Melanie Lynskey). : Joel takes over a sniper’s nest to
The episode ends with one of the most tragic moments in the series. Endure and Survive: TLOU Episode 5 Recap - The Farsighted The two groups form a reluctant alliance to
The group attempts to escape through a network of underground maintenance tunnels to avoid Kathleen's militia. Henry reveals he is a "collaborator" who gave up Kathleen’s brother to FEDRA in exchange for leukemia medication for Sam.
: Kathleen is killed by a child Clicker during the chaos, allowing Joel and the others to escape the city. Heartbreaking Conclusion
The episode culminates in a massive action sequence in a suburban neighborhood. Highlights include: