HBO Renews The Last of Us for Season 3

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It’s confirmed: The Third Season of ‘The Last of Us‘ is on its way! HBO revealed the news before the season two debut, set for Sunday, April 13 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. You can catch it on HBO Max as well.

What to Expect in Season 2

In the second series, we find ourselves five years past the incidents from the first, with Joel and Ellie encountering fresh personal struggles and a world that’s grown increasingly treacherous and erratic.

In this new version, Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey reprise their roles as Joel and Ellie. Additionally, Gabriel Luna (as Tommy) and Rutina Wesley (Maria) will be making an appearance again. Joining the cast are Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, Isabela Merced as Dina, Young Mazino as Jesse, Ariela Barer as Mel, Tati Gabrielle as Nora, Spencer Lord as Owen, Danny Ramirez as Manny, Jeffrey Wright as Isaac, and Catherine O’Hara in a guest spot.

The Team Behind the Series

The creative control of the show continues with Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann. They are set to reprise their roles as writers, producers, and directors for the project.

Francesca Orsi, HBO’s Executive Vice President for Programming and Head of Drama Series and Films, expressed her immense pride in the exceptional accomplishment they believe the second season of “The Last Of Us” has achieved. Craig, Neil, Carolyn, and their entire executive producer team, cast, and crew have produced a remarkable follow-up, and HBO is excited to bring the storytelling prowess of Craig and Neil into what promises to be another emotionally stirring and extraordinary third season.

Craig Mazin, who is responsible for creating, producing, writing, and directing, shared: “For season two, we aimed at crafting something we could take pride in. The final product surpassed even our highest expectations, thanks to our ongoing partnership with HBO and the exceptional efforts of our remarkable cast and crew. We’re excited to continue the tale of The Last Of Us with season three!

As a film enthusiast, I can’t help but express my immense joy and gratitude as I witness the breathtaking adaptation of “The Last of Us.” This career milestone has been an incredible journey for me, one made even sweeter by the unwavering enthusiasm and support from our dedicated fans. A significant part of this success is owed to my trusted collaborator, Craig Mazin, our partnership with HBO, and the talented team at PlayStation Productions. On behalf of Naughty Dog, our exceptional cast and crew, we are deeply grateful for the chance to bring “The Last of Us” to life. We eagerly anticipate sharing more of this extraordinary story with you!

Season 2 Is Already Getting Buzz

Before it even debuts, the upcoming season is garnering robust initial acclaim on Rotten Tomatoes, currently boasting an impressive 96% rating.

The Variety, IndieWire, and Empire magazines have all praised it as “stunningly beautiful yet heart-wrenching,” “exceptionally brilliant and visually stunning,” and “TV at its absolute best,” respectively.

Production Details

The television series “The Last of Us” is derived from the PlayStation game that was created by Naughty Dog. Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann are in charge of writing and executive producing this show, while Sony Pictures Television also plays a role in its production. Other individuals involved in production include Carolyn Strauss, Jacqueline Lesko, Cecil O’Connor, Asad Qizilbash, Carter Swan, and Evan Wells.

The production companies participating are PlayStation Productions, Word Games Studio, Mighty Mint Productions, and Naughty Dog.

Season two premieres April 13. Season three is now officially on the way.

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2025-04-10 01:31