The Last of Us Creators Confirm Exactly What I Expected for Season 3 of the Hit HBO Max Show
- The creators of The Last of Us have announced that the third season will center on Abby's storyline, featuring Kaitlyn Dever in the lead role, with production anticipated to begin in 2026.
- This shift follows season 2's focus on Ellie and reflects the game's plot structure while addressing Abby's controversial reception among fans.
- Showrunners revealed at a Los Angeles FYC event that season 3 will explore different landscapes and challenges, describing it as a wetter season than a hotter one.
- Season 2 attracted an average of 37 million global views within the first 90 days, but experienced a notable drop of 21.2% in total viewing time between the second and fourth episodes, suggesting varied audience interest over the course of the season.
- Mazin emphasized the show's demanding production requires a finite run, with at least two more seasons planned, and HBO projects potentially four seasons total reflecting a measured creative approach.
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'The Last of Us' creators confirm season 3 focuses on Kaitlyn Dever's Abby
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