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

As HBO's acclaimed series The White Lotus bids farewell, another gripping show, The Last of Us, steps into the spotlight with its eagerly awaited second season. Premiering two years after its debut, this adaptation of the renowned video game, starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, promises to delve deeper into the harrowing narrative that left fans on a cliffhanger.

For those familiar with The Last of Us Part 2 game, the anticipation is tinged with both excitement and apprehension. As IGN's Simon Cardy noted in his review of Season 2, adapting the expansive and intricate storyline of the sequel into a television format was always going to be a daunting task. Consequently, the narrative will unfold over two seasons, with Season 3 already confirmed.

If you're gearing up for the premiere of The Last of Us Season 2 or need to catch up on the first season, here's all the information 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

With a total of seven episodes, Season 2 will be slightly shorter than its predecessor. New episodes will be released on Max every Sunday at 9pm EST/6pm CST. Here's 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 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 officially greenlit The Last of Us for a third season, with production set to begin this summer. It's important to note, however, that this does not signal the development of a third game in the series. Naughty Dog's current focus remains on their upcoming 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 original game, taking some creative liberties along the way. Season 2 will explore the storylines of The Last of Us Part 2, which will be split across the next two seasons.

IGN's 10/10 review of The Last of Us Part 2 hailed it as a "masterpiece worthy of its predecessor," praising Ellie's central role and the evolution of Naughty Dog's storytelling since the original Uncharted on the PlayStation 3.

Both games have been remastered, with The Last of Us Part 2 recently released on PC. Naughty Dog has also announced a new "Complete" edition for 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

Guiding The Last of Us Season 2 are the game's creator Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin, known for Chernobyl, with Haley Gross, co-writer of The Last of Us Part 2, joining the writing team. Each episode will be directed by a different filmmaker, 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 to the series, adding fresh dynamics to the unfolding drama. For more details on the cast, check out our comprehensive breakdown of new and returning characters.