HBO Confirms The Last of Us Season 3 Arriving 2027 After Creator Departure

HBO has confirmed that The Last of Us season 3 will be released in 2027, with showrunner Craig Mazin still deciding whether the series will conclude with one extended season or be split into two more seasons. Despite co-creator Neil Druckmann stepping down to focus on his role at Naughty Dog, HBO executives express confidence in Mazin's leadership and the creative direction of the series, assuring fans that the quality will remain intact. The upcoming season will shift focus to Abby's character, adapting her perspective from The Last of Us Part II, while characters like Joel, played by Pedro Pascal, will no longer be part of the story due to prior plot developments. HBO CEO Casey Bloys emphasized the network's support for Mazin's vision and noted that production is progressing carefully to deliver a powerful narrative. The announcement follows the show's extensive Emmy nominations and continued fan anticipation, despite the long wait for the next season. Overall, the series is poised to continue its acclaimed storytelling with a fresh focus and creative leadership.