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

As HBO's acclaimed series The White Lotus concludes, a new chapter unfolds with the return of The Last of Us for its highly anticipated second season on Max. This adaptation of the iconic video game, featuring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, left viewers on a cliffhanger at the end of both the original game and its first season. Fans familiar with The Last of Us Part 2 are bracing for a mix of excitement and dread as the story unfolds on screen. IGN's Simon Cardy highlighted the challenge of adapting the sequel's expansive narrative into a TV format, confirming that the story will extend into a third season.

Whether you're eager to dive into Season 2 or need to catch up on Season 1, here are the key details:

### 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 be released on Max every Sunday at 9pm EST/6pm CST. Here 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

You can stream the entire first season of The Last of Us on Max, or rent or purchase individual episodes 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 officially greenlit The Last of Us for a third season. While no release date has been announced, production is set to begin this summer. It's important to note that this does not imply the development of a third game in the series; 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 covered the entirety of the original game with some creative liberties. Season 2 will delve into the narrative of The Last of Us Part 2, which will be split across Seasons 2 and 3.

IGN's 10/10 review of The Last of Us Part 2 praised it as "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 released for PC last week. Naughty Dog has also announced a "Complete" edition of both games, set for a physical release this summer. Alongside the games, Sony has launched a special edition DualSense controller celebrating 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, alongside Craig Mazin (known for Chernobyl). They are joined by Haley Gross, co-writer of The Last of Us Part 2. Each episode will feature 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 characters are new additions to the series, enhancing the narrative with fresh faces. For a detailed look at returning and new characters, check out our comprehensive breakdown.