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

As HBO bids farewell to The White Lotus, fans eagerly await the return of another critically acclaimed series, The Last of Us. Two years after its debut on Max, the video game adaptation featuring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey is set to premiere its second season. The cliffhanger ending of both the original game and the first season has left fans, especially those who've played The Last of Us Part 2, brimming with both anticipation and apprehension about the upcoming narrative. IGN's Simon Cardy noted in his review of Season 2 that adapting the complex story of The Last of Us Part 2 into a television format was always going to be challenging. Consequently, the storyline will extend into a third season.

If you're planning to watch The Last of Us Season 2 or need to catch up on Season 1, here are all 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 feature seven episodes, two fewer than its predecessor. New episodes will be released on Max every Sunday at 9pm EST/6pm CST. Below is 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 for streaming on Max, with individual episodes also available for rent or purchase on 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 return for a third season. Although no official release date has been announced, production is slated 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 focusing 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, taking some creative liberties. 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 The Last of Us 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 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 Haley Gross, co-writer of The Last of Us Part 2, also contributing to the writing. 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).

The main cast for the new season includes:

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, and you can find a detailed breakdown of new and returning characters in our comprehensive guide.