"The Last of Us Season 2: Release Date and Streaming Guide"

As HBO bids farewell to The White Lotus, another gripping series, The Last of Us, is set to return for its highly anticipated second season. This adaptation of the iconic video game, starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, concluded its first season with a cliffhanger that promises significant repercussions. Fans of the game, including myself, are both thrilled and apprehensive about seeing the events of The Last of Us Part 2 unfold on screen. IGN's Simon Cardy noted the challenge of adapting the sequel's complex narrative into a TV format, leading to the decision to span the story across a third season as well.

If you're eager to watch The Last of Us Season 2 or need to catch up on Season 1, here are the details you need:

### The Last of Us

2See it at MaxThe Last of Us Season 2 premieres on Max on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Standalone Max subscriptions start at $9.99 and can be bundled with Hulu and Disney+.

Season 2 Episode Release Dates

The Last of Us Season 2 will consist of seven episodes, a reduction from the nine episodes of Season 1. New episodes will premiere on Max every Sunday at 9pm EST/6pm CST. Below is the full release schedule:

Episode 1: "Future Days" - April 13Episode 2: TBA - April 20Episode 3: TBA - April 27Episode 4: TBA - May 4Episode 5: TBA - May 11Episode 6: TBA - May 18Episode 7: TBA - May 25### Catch Up on the First Season

The entire first season of The Last of Us is available for streaming on Max, and individual episodes can be rented or purchased via Prime Video. Additionally, HBO has released a limited edition 4K steelbook of Season 1:

### The Last of Us: The Complete First Season (4K UHD)

1Limited-edition collectible steelbook.$50.55 save 19%$40.79 at Amazon### The Last of Us Season 3 Has Already Been Confirmed

Sony and HBO have confirmed that The Last of Us will continue with a third season. While no specific release date has been announced, production is set to begin this summer. It's important to note that this renewal does not signal the development of a third Last of Us game; Naughty Dog is currently focused on their new project, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.

Adapting The Last of Us: Part 2

### The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered

1See it at PlayStation DirectSee it at SteamThe first season of The Last of Us successfully adapted the original game, taking some creative liberties. Season 2 will delve into the narrative of The Last of Us Part 2, which will be covered over the next two seasons.

From IGN’s 10/10 Review of The Last of Us Part 2:

"The Last of Us Part 2 is a masterpiece worthy of its predecessor. Taking strides forward in nearly every way, Ellie steps into the spotlight and carries the sequel in a manner that feels like the culmination of everything that’s made Naughty Dog’s blockbuster storytelling so memorable since the original Uncharted on the PlayStation 3."

Both The Last of Us games have been remastered, with a new edition of The Last of Us Part 2 released for PC last week. Naughty Dog has also announced a "Complete" edition of both games, set for a physical release this summer. Additionally, Sony has launched a special edition DualSense controller to celebrate the series.

The Last of Us Season 2 Cast and Crew

The Last of Us Season 2 is helmed by the original game’s creator, Neil Druckmann, and Craig Mazin (known for Chernobyl), with both serving as writers alongside Haley Gross, who co-wrote The Last of Us Part 2. Each episode will be directed by a different director, including Mark Mylod (Succession, The Menu, Game of Thrones), Peter Hoar (It's a Sin, Daredevil, Doctor Who), and Stephen Williams (Lost).

Here’s the main cast for the new season of The Last of Us:

Pedro Pascal as Joel MillerBella Ramsey as EllieGabriel Luna as TommyRutina Wesley as MariaKaitlyn Dever as AbbyYoung Mazino as JesseIsabela Merced as DinaDanny Ramirez as MannyAriela Barer as MelTati Gabrielle as NoraSpencer Lord as OwenCatherine O'Hara as GailJeffrey Wright as Isaac DixonJoe Pantoliano as EugeneAlanna Ubach as HanrahanBen Ahlers as BurtonHettienne Park as Elise ParkRobert John Burke as SethNoah Lamanna as KatSome characters introduced in Season 2 are new to the series. For a detailed breakdown of new and returning characters, check out our full guide.