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The Last of Us Season 2 Concludes on Cliffhanger, Shifting to Abby’s Perspective

Season 2 drew over 90 million viewers since Season 1’s end, underscoring its global appeal

Bella Ramsey in The Last of Us Season 2 finale
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(Source: IMDb)
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Overview

  • The finale ends with a cliffhanger that leaves a key character’s fate unresolved and pivots the narrative toward Abby’s journey.
  • HBO secured an early renewal for Season 3, with production expected to begin in late 2025 or early 2026.
  • Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann confirm Season 3 will adapt the second half of The Last of Us Part II game to explore Abby’s motivations and deepen the WLF–Seraphite conflict.
  • Bella Ramsey anticipates reduced screen time in Season 3 as the story centers on Abby, though Ellie’s presence will remain significant.
  • Despite a drop from Season 1’s finale ratings, Season 2 has tallied over 90 million viewers since Season 1 concluded, and creators hint that unresolved plotlines may extend into a fourth season.