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The Last of Us

Pending Running

After a global pandemic destroys civilization, a hardened survivor takes charge of a 14-year-old girl who may be humanity's last hope.

Audience & talent briefing

Signal intelligence

vMedia Insight Aggregate

Audience signal

8.0 / 10

Strong buzz and consistent word of mouth.

High impact 80%

Organic votes sourced from public metadata feeds.

Principal cast Top billed talent

Bella Ramsey

as Ellie Williams

Pedro Pascal

as Joel Miller

Gabriel Luna

as Tommy Miller

Isabela Merced

as Dina

Young Mazino

as Jesse

Previous Episode Recap

Convergence

S02E07

Aired 263 days ago

Aired Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET

Runtime 55 min

As the Wolves and the Scars prepare for a battle that could potentially end their longstanding feud, Ellie's search draws her away from her friends and toward a devastating confrontation.

Episode Chronology

Track the release cadence end-to-end.

Currently tracking 32 episodes across 2 seasons: Season 1 (18 episodes) • Season 2 (14 episodes)

Aired 263 days ago

Queued next S01E01

When You're Lost in the Darkness

Sunday, Jan 15, 2023 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 1124 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S01E01

When You're Lost in the Darkness

Sunday, Jan 15, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET 85 min

Unavailable

Aired 1124 days ago

Twenty years after a fungal outbreak ravages the planet, survivors Joel and Tess are tasked with a mission that could change everything.

S01E02

Infected

Sunday, Jan 22, 2023 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 1117 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S01E02

Infected

Sunday, Jan 22, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET 56 min

Unavailable

Aired 1117 days ago

After escaping the QZ, Joel and Tess clash over Ellie's fate while navigating the ruins of a long-abandoned Boston.

S01E03

Long, Long Time

Sunday, Jan 29, 2023 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 1110 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S01E03

Long, Long Time

Sunday, Jan 29, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET 81 min

Unavailable

Aired 1110 days ago

When a stranger approaches his compound, survivalist Bill forges an unlikely connection. Later, Joel and Ellie seek Bill's guidance.

S01E04

Please Hold to My Hand

Sunday, Feb 5, 2023 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 1103 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S01E04

Please Hold to My Hand

Sunday, Feb 5, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET 50 min

Unavailable

Aired 1103 days ago

After abandoning their truck in Kansas City, Joel and Ellie attempt to escape without drawing the attention of a vindictive rebel leader.

S01E05

Endure and Survive

Sunday, Feb 12, 2023 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 1096 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S01E05

Endure and Survive

Sunday, Feb 12, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET 61 min

Unavailable

Aired 1096 days ago

While attempting to evade the rebels, Joel and Ellie cross paths with the most wanted man in Kansas City. Kathleen continues her hunt.

S01E06

Kin

Sunday, Feb 19, 2023 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 1089 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S01E06

Kin

Sunday, Feb 19, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET 62 min

Unavailable

Aired 1089 days ago

After ignoring the advice of locals, Joel and Ellie descend deeper into dangerous territory in search of the Fireflies – and Tommy.

S01E07

Left Behind

Sunday, Feb 26, 2023 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 1082 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S01E07

Left Behind

Sunday, Feb 26, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET 60 min

Unavailable

Aired 1082 days ago

As Joel fights to survive, Ellie looks back on the night that changed everything.

S01E08

When We Are in Need

Sunday, Mar 5, 2023 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 1075 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S01E08

When We Are in Need

Sunday, Mar 5, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET 60 min

Unavailable

Aired 1075 days ago

Ellie crosses paths with a vengeful group of survivors – and draws the attention of its leader. A weakened Joel faces a new threat.

S01E09

Look for the Light

Sunday, Mar 12, 2023 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 1068 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S01E09

Look for the Light

Sunday, Mar 12, 2023 at 9:00 PM ET 46 min

Unavailable

Aired 1068 days ago

A pregnant Anna places her trust in a lifelong friend. Later, Joel and Ellie near the end of their journey.

S02E01

Future Days

Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 305 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S02E01

Future Days

Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET 62 min

Unavailable

Aired 305 days ago

Five years after the events in Salt Lake City, a now 19-year-old Ellie makes a discovery while on patrol with her best friend Dina. Back in Jackson Hole, Joel seeks help to mend his relationship with Ellie.

S02E02

Through the Valley

Sunday, Apr 20, 2025 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 298 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S02E02

Through the Valley

Sunday, Apr 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET 60 min

Unavailable

Aired 298 days ago

As a storm brews in the mountains, the people of Jackson Hole prepare for the worst amid increased sightings of Infected. Meanwhile, Abby weighs her options.

S02E03

The Path

Sunday, Apr 27, 2025 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 291 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S02E03

The Path

Sunday, Apr 27, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET 60 min

Unavailable

Aired 291 days ago

After Dina shares crucial information, Ellie prepares to petition the town council, even while she struggles with her deep emotional scars. On the outskirts of Seattle, a religious sect attempts to flee a war – raising…

S02E04

Day One

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 284 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S02E04

Day One

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET 60 min

Unavailable

Aired 284 days ago

In 2018, Seattle FEDRA confronts an unexpected foe. Ten years later, Ellie and Dina find themselves in the middle of a bloody battle between the zealous Seraphites and a ruthless militia.

S02E05

Feel Her Love

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 277 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S02E05

Feel Her Love

Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET 50 min

Unavailable

Aired 277 days ago

The WLF makes a dangerous discovery... at a great cost. Later, Ellie must decide whether to continue with her plan – and risk putting Dina in danger – or give up on her quest for justice.

S02E06

The Price

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 270 days ago

Synopsis pending.

S02E06

The Price

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET 60 min

Unavailable

Aired 270 days ago

Joel surprises Ellie for her birthday. As their rift continues to widen, Ellie prepares for a confrontation, while Joel makes a difficult choice out on patrol.

Previously S02E07

Convergence

Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 10:36 AM ET

Unavailable

Aired 263 days ago

Synopsis pending.

Now tracking S02E07

Convergence

Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET 55 min

Unavailable

Aired 263 days ago

As the Wolves and the Scars prepare for a battle that could potentially end their longstanding feud, Ellie's search draws her away from her friends and toward a devastating confrontation.

Broadcast Logistics

Release cadence: Sunday @ 9:00 PM ET
Primary platform: HBO · United States (US)
Language: English
Format: Scripted
Genres: Drama • Action • Horror
Episode runtime: 61 min
Premiered: Jan 15, 2023
Remote status: Running
TVMaze weight: 100
Official site: Visit official site
External IDs: IMDb • TVDB • TVMaze

Pipeline Tracking

Database ID: #27
Internal slug: the-last-of-us
TVMaze link ID: 46562
Added to tracker: Jan 11, 2026 at 12:53 PM ET

The Last of Us

Signal intelligence

Bella Ramsey

Pedro Pascal

Gabriel Luna

Isabela Merced

Young Mazino

Convergence

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