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

As one HBO primetime show concludes, another eagerly anticipated series steps into the spotlight. Following the gripping first season of The Last of Us, which aired two years ago on Max, the acclaimed video game adaptation starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey is set to return for its second season. The cliffhanger ending of both the original game and the first season has left fans, including myself, with a mix of excitement and apprehension about what's to come. IGN's Simon Cardy noted in his review of Season 2 that adapting the expansive and complex narrative of The Last of Us Part 2 into a television format would be challenging, which is why the story will extend into a third season.

If you're planning to watch the premiere of The Last of Us Season 2 or still need to catch up on Season 1, here are the details you need to know.

### 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

Season 2 of The Last of Us will consist of seven episodes, a slight reduction from the nine episodes of Season 1. New episodes will be released on Max every Sunday at 9pm EST/6pm CST. Here’s the complete 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 to stream on Max, with individual episodes also available to rent or purchase through Prime Video. For collectors, 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 official release date has been announced, production is set to begin this summer. It's important to note that this does not indicate a third game in the series; Naughty Dog is currently focused on their next 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 adapted the entire first game, with some creative liberties taken. Season 2 will delve into the storylines of The Last of Us Part 2, which will be spread across 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 games have been remastered, with a new edition of The Last of Us Part 2 recently released on PC. Naughty Dog has also announced a "Complete" edition of both games, set for a physical release this summer. Additionally, Sony has released 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 Neil Druckmann, the original game's creator, and Craig Mazin of Chernobyl fame. They are joined by Haley Gross, co-writer of The Last of Us Part 2 game. 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 of these characters are new additions to the series, so don't be surprised if you don't recognize all the names. For more details on returning and new characters, check out our full breakdown.