The Last of Us’ Neil Druckmann on if He’s Involved in Season 3

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Neil Druckmann, the co-creator and former showrunner of the popular HBO series “The Last of Us,” has shared insights regarding his participation in the development of “Season 3.” The series is an adaptation of the same name video game franchise that Druckmann developed alongside Bruce Straley. (Paraphrased by Mistral)

The initial episode of the TV show, modeled after its first video game, premiered on January 15, 2023. Two years later, on April 13, 2025, the show came back for Season 2, loosely following the second game’s storyline. In July, it was announced that Druckmann would be stepping down as co-showrunner of the series.

Neil Druckmann hopes The Last of Us Season 3 will be as faithful to the games as Season 1

Neil Druckmann, in an interview with Variety, discussed his role in the development of The Last of Us’s third season. In April 2025, shortly before the second season’s debut, HBO announced plans to continue the post-apocalyptic sci-fi action series with a new installment.

During our work on Season 2, discussions about remaining adjustments began, as we understood that we wouldn’t have the chance to complete it fully. Consequently, we decided to end on an unresolved note.

He went on to clarify that his current role involves maintaining a broad perspective, saying, “Right now, my task is to keep things high-level. Although I yearn for immersing myself in the nitty-gritty details such as working on visual effects, providing script feedback, and delving deep into the specifics, I’m making an effort to simply guide it.

Druckmann shared his expectation that the forthcoming season will stay true to its original content, similar to Season 1, and emphasized that his primary goal for Season 3 is to make sure it maintains this faithfulness.

He went on to say, “I believe this approach serves as our benchmark since it’s the best fit for adapting this type of story. Simultaneously, I appreciate the organic advancements that occur among the team during their work on Season 3.

Craig Mazin, collaborator with Druckmann in creating The Last of Us, continues his involvement in the series as its showrunner. It’s expected that Season 3 will premiere on HBO around 2027.

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2025-09-12 09:06