Whether you were a fan of the original video game or a new fan of the show, The Last of Us has gripped viewers since it first aired in January 2023. Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey‘s performances as Joel and Ellie, respectively, tugged at fans’ heartstrings as their on-screen bond developed throughout season 1. Now that season 2 ended in bloodshed, fans are wondering whether season 3 is in the works after rumors of a cancellation circulated in June 2026.
Below, News47.us has the latest update on whether or not The Last of Us is getting a third season.
Season 2 of The Last of Us premiered on HBO and Max on April 13, 2025.
New episodes continue to air weekly on Sundays at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT.
Yes, The Last of Us was officially renewed for a season 3 shortly before the premiere of its second season.
“We approached season 2 [trailer below] with the goal of creating something we could be proud of,” co-creator and showrunner Craig Mazin said, per The Hollywood Reporter. “The end results have exceeded even our most ambitious goals, thanks to our continued collaboration with HBO and the impeccable work of our unparalleled cast and crew. We look forward to continuing the story of The Last of Us with season 3.”
Co-creator Neil Druckmann added in a separate statement, “To see The Last of Us brought to life so beautifully and faithfully has been a career highlight for me, and I am grateful for the fans’ enthusiastic and overwhelming support. Much of that success is thanks to my partner in crime, Craig Mazin, our partnership with HBO, and our team at PlayStation Productions. On behalf of everyone at Naughty Dog, our cast, and crew, thank you so much for allowing us this opportunity. We’re thrilled to bring you more of The Last of Us.”
