Will There Be The Last Of Us Season 3? Here’s the Happy News

The Last of Us Season 2 has finally reached its conclusion, and fans are slightly disappointed with how short the run of this season was, despite running for seven episodes. The Last of Us Season 2 managed to cover the story from Ellie’s perspective, as compared to the video game source material. Now, considering that TLOU Season 2 ended on a massive cliffhanger, fans are wondering when we will get to see what happens next in the story. So without further ado, let’s find out if there will be a The Last of Us Season 3, along with its speculated release date, plot, and more.

Are We Getting The Last of Us Season 3?

To the relief of fans worldwide, yes, The Last of Us will return with a Season 3. This TV show from HBO was renewed on April 9, 2025, even before the release of season 2. Looking at how things ended in The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 7, it is obvious that TLOU Season 3 will bring fans Abby’s POV quite similarly to the original game.

Craig Mazin, co-creator, showrunner, and co-writer of the show, talked about The Last of Us Season 3 and told Deadline back in 2024 that the upcoming season will be significantly bigger. Season 3 will also cover a lot of ground for the story, he added. However, there is a good chance that it might also require a Season 4.

“We feel like it’s almost assuredly going to be the case that – as long as people keep watching and we can keep making more television – Season 3 will be significantly larger. And indeed, the story may require Season 4” — Mazin

Francesca Orsi, Executive Vice President, HBO Programming, and Head of HBO Drama Series and Films, also opened up regarding how he feels about the live-action adaptation of The Last of Us. In a statement, she said that she is incredibly proud of what they have achieved and looks forward to the release of the third season.

“It can’t be overemphasized how proud HBO is for the outstanding achievement we believe the second season of THE LAST OF US is. Craig, Neil, Carolyn, and the entire executive producer team, cast and crew have delivered a masterful follow-up and we’re thrilled to carry the power of Craig and Neil’s storytelling into what we know will be an equally moving and extraordinary third season.” — Orsi

So, with that being said, things look positive for The Last of Us, and it seems that HBO is having quite a lot of fun making this TV series. However, what do you guys feel about the short episode count and quality of Season 2? Let us know in the comments below.

What Is the Release Date of The Last of Us Season 3?

Even though a third season is officially confirmed, we do not have a release date for The Last of Us Season 3 as of now. However, since we know that Season 2 started filming in February 2024 and wrapped up in August 2024 before its release in 2025, we can assume The Last of Us Season 3 might start filming in early 2026 and get a 2027 release date.

Other than that, we have nothing to point us towards the release date. We will let you know as soon as we get our hands on more information.