How He Landed Role and ‘Jizzboy’ Speech
The latest episode of “The Last of Us” on HBO featured an unexpected crossover with Nickelodeon’s “Drake & Josh” star, Josh Peck. Peck made a memorable appearance as Janowitz, a soldier in the Federal Disaster Response Agency, who entertained his fellow soldiers with a raucous story about detaining “voters” in the Quarantine Zone.
The episode takes a departure from the video game storyline by flashing back to 2018, where Janowitz recounts a humorous yet dark encounter with detainees. His story elicits laughter from his comrades, except for the stern Isaac Dixon, played by Jeffrey Wright. It is revealed that Isaac, a FEDRA sergeant, betrays his own men to aid the local rebels, led by Hanrahan, played by Alanna Ubach.
Peck, in an interview with Variety, shared his excitement about landing the role and working with the talented cast and crew of the show. He discussed how he humanized his character, despite the despicable nature of the role, by finding empathy and personalizing the character’s story.
The actor also reflected on what drew him to binge-watch the show, praising the well-crafted characters and storyline. He expressed his gratitude for being part of a show that has the potential to become a generational HBO series.
During the interview, Peck delved into his audition process, highlighting the importance of having strong writing to bring out the best in an actor. He also shared insights into filming the scene, which took place on the streets of Vancouver and on a sound stage over two days.
As the interview wrapped up, Peck humorously mentioned having a “Greenberg” in his own life, drawing parallels to the character in the show. Overall, the actor expressed his enthusiasm for being part of such a well-received series and working with accomplished professionals like Craig Mazin.
The crossover between “Drake & Josh” and “The Last of Us” certainly added a unique twist to the latest episode, captivating fans and introducing a new dimension to the storyline. With talented actors like Josh Peck on board, the show continues to deliver thrilling and unexpected moments that keep viewers eagerly anticipating each new episode.
