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When is 'The Last of Us' Season 2 Episode 3 Release Date and How to Watch

Published on April 27, 2025
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Spoiler alert: This story includes details from "The Last of Us" Season 2 Episode 2.

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Excitement is building for the upcoming episode of "The Last of Us."

Viewers in America can tune in on Sunday night, April 26, to catch the third episode of Season 2.

Fans are still reeling from the recent shocking events, including the unexpected death of Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal). Pascal himself acknowledged the impact this would have on viewers.

As the series continues, fans are eager to see what unfolds next. Here's how you can watch the upcoming episode.

The next episode of "The Last of Us" Season 2 will premiere on Sunday, April 27 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on HBO and its streaming service Max.

Subsequent episodes will be released weekly on Sundays, with the season finale scheduled for Sunday, May 25.

Season 2 of "The Last of Us" debuted on April 13 and consists of 7 episodes. Here is the upcoming schedule:

New episodes of "The Last of Us" will air on HBO and be available for streaming every Sunday at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on Max. Season 1 is also accessible for streaming on Max.

Max subscription plans start at $9.99 a month with ads, while ad-free subscriptions are priced at $16.99 a month.

The premium tier, priced at $20.99 a month, offers 4K Ultra HD video quality, the ability to stream on four devices, and 100 downloads. HBO also provides bundles with Hulu and Disney+.

Watch 'The Last of Us' Season 2 with Sling + Max

Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey return to lead the cast in "The Last of Us" Season 2. The remaining Season 2 cast includes various talented actors.

Prior to the premiere of Season 2, HBO confirmed the renewal of "The Last of Us" for a third season.

While it remains uncertain if Season 3 will be the final season, there have been discussions about the possibility of up to four seasons. Deadline previously reported on Druckmann and Mazin's considerations.

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Contributing: Saman Shafiq, Bryan Alexander and Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY