HBO seemingly confirms how many more seasons of 'The Last Of Us' we're getting

Joel (Pedro Pascal) sits on a sofa in HBO's "The Last Of Us" season 2
(Image credit: Liane Hentscher/HBO)

"The Last Of Us" season 2 might not be back on our screens until April, but it sounds like the HBO and Max video game adaptation won't be over anytime soon.

According to HBO exec Francesca Orsi, the series could spread The Last Of Us Part II's story across even more seasons of TV. Hurrah!

Speaking to Deadline at a premiere event for "The White Lotus" season 3, Orsi said it's "looking like" the series will run for two further seasons.

"We don't have a complete or final plan, but I think it's looking like four seasons," Orsi said. "I wouldn't want to confirm that, but it's looking like this season and then two more seasons after this and we're done."

This schedule aligns with what showrunners Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin told Entertainment Weekly earlier this month. Mazin said it was "pretty likely that our story will extend past a season 3", while Druckmann coyly added: "We know what we need to do going forward, but we couldn't tell you right now exactly how many episodes or how many seasons it would take to get there."

The Last of Us Season 2 | The Last of Us Day Official Teaser | Max - YouTube The Last of Us Season 2 | The Last of Us Day Official Teaser | Max - YouTube
Watch On

Orsi also told the publication what she felt might surprise fans about the next chapter: "There are certain elements in terms of the various factions that are competing for survival that reveal themselves as a really intriguing survivalist group", she said, "and I think they just have a quality to them that feels distinct in how they present it.

"There's a certain way [the show] is presenting them in wardrobe and makeup that feels really different than the average person."

Anyone who has played the second game will know that we are in for one hell of an emotional rollercoaster (yes, even compared to what we saw in season 1), though we wouldn't want to spoil what's in store here.

(L to R) Bella Ramsey as Ellie and Anna Torv as Tess in HBO's The Last of Us

(Image credit: Liane Hentscher/HBO)

Season 2 will introduce a number of new characters to the show, most notably Abby (Kaitlyn Dever), the daughter of a surgeon murdered by Joel who is out for revenge. We'll also meet key figures from the Jackson, Wyoming survivors community like Jesse (Young Mazino), Dina (Isabela Merced), and some of Abby's connections, such as Nora (Tati Gabrielle), Manny (Danny Ramirez) and Owen (Spencer Lord).

Meanwhile, Jeffrey Wright's been cast as the leader of the Washington Liberation Front, and Catherine O'Hara's also due to appear in an as-yet-unknown role.

It's been over two years since the first season debuted, but the wait's nearly over. The seven-episode second season of "The Last Of Us" premieres on HBO and Max this April (an exact release date is yet to be confirmed).

Need something new to watch while you wait? Be sure to check out our guide to the best shows on Max for more streaming recommendations.

More from Tom's Guide

Staff Writer, Streaming

Martin is a Streaming Writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things movies and TV. If it’s in the theaters or available to stream somewhere, he’s probably watched it… especially if it has a dragon in it. Before joining the team, he was a Staff Writer at What To Watch where he wrote about a broad range of shows that stretched from "Doctor Who" and "The Witcher" to "Bridgerton" and "Love Island". When he’s not watching the next must-see movie or show, he’s probably still in front of a screen playing massive RPGs, reading, spending a fortune on TCGs, or watching the NFL.

You must confirm your public display name before commenting

Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.

Read more
Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller in The Last of Us season 2
'The Last of Us' season 2 release window, cast, plot and more
Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey in The Last of Us
How will 'The Last of Us' shifting the timeline from the game affect season 2?
Gabriel Luna and Pedro Pascal in The Last of Us
'The Last of Us' season 2 will include deleted scenes from the game
Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller in The Last of Us season 2
'The Last of Us' season 2 release date revealed — here's when it's coming to HBO and Max
Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller in The Last of Us season 2
‘The Last of Us’ season 2 finally gets release window — and you can watch the new trailer now
Pedro Pascal in The Last of Us season 2
Pedro Pascal warns fans about ‘The Last of Us’ season 2: ‘It’s f—ing heartbreaking’
Latest in HBO Max
(From L to R) Rohan (Nik Dodani), Josh (Brandon Flynn), Dorothy (Edie Falco), John (Dean Norris), and Liddie (Lisa Kuthrow) in The Parenting
Max top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
In court in Dedham, Massachusetts. (From left) Attorney Emily Little, Karen Read and attorney David Yannetti
How to watch 'A Body in The Snow: The Trial of Karen Read' from anywhere online
Joaquin Phoenix as Beau in Beau is Afraid
Joaquin Phoenix's divisive dark comedy arrives on Max — and I can't stop thinking about it
Hugh Grant as Mr. Reed in "Heretic"
Max top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
Hugh Grant in "Heretic"
Hugh Grant’s terrifying villain turn just landed on Max — and it’s got 91% on Rotten Tomatoes
"The Righteous Gemstones" s4: (Clockwise from top) Eli Gemstone (played by John Goodman), Kelvin Gemstone (Adam DeVine), Jesse Gemstone (Danny McBride) and Judy Gemstone (Edi Patterson)
How to watch 'The Righteous Gemstones' season 4 online right now: HBO, Max release date, time
Latest in News
NYTimes Connections
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Tuesday, March 18 (#646)
A person on a laptop converting a PDF to a DOC
FBI issues warning over free online file converters that infect your PC with malware
The Find my People feature
Android Find My can now track your friends and family — here's how to use it
Foldable iPhone concept image
Are you sitting down? Here’s what the foldable iPhone could cost
Samsung HW-Q990D soundbar
Samsung’s flagship 2024 soundbar just got bricked by a new firmware update — don’t update
A hacker typing quickly on a keyboard
New MassJacker malware is hijacking digital wallets to steal large sums from users