The Last of Us Will Probably Run for 4 Seasons, HBO Exec Says

HBO's critically acclaimed The Last of Us series is slated for a four-season run, according to an executive.

Francesca Orsi, an HBO executive, hinted at a four-season arc for the popular adaptation, emphasizing that while there's no finalized plan, "it's looking like" three additional seasons beyond the current one. Orsi stated to Deadline, "I wouldn't want to confirm that, but it's looking like this season and then two more seasons after this, and we're done."

Regarding the anticipated Season 2 premiere in April 2025, Orsi teased, "There are certain elements, in terms of the various factions competing for survival, that reveal themselves as a really intriguing survivalist group. They have a distinct quality, a different presentation." She added, "The wardrobe and makeup feel really different from the average person."

The Last of Us Season 2 Cast: New and Returning Faces

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Catch up on Season 1 before Season 2 premieres in April! Unlike the first season, which adapted the entirety of the first game, Season 2 will expand upon The Last of Us Part II, spanning multiple episodes. It's structured with a "natural breakpoint" after seven episodes.

Season 2 introduces several new characters, including Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, Danny Ramirez as Manny, and Tati Gabrielle as Mel. Catherine O'Hara's role remains undisclosed.

IGN's review of The Last of Us Season 1 lauded it as "a stunning adaptation that should thrill newcomers and enrich those already familiar with Joel and Ellie's journey alike," awarding it a 9/10 rating.