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The Last of Us Season 2 already has reviews, and all signs point to another hit for HBO
Early reviews are pointing to another hit for HBO, highlighting the story, action and performances from Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey.
The second season of The Last of Us is closer than ever on HBO, and this morning the first reviews started appearing online. Fortunately, fans can breathe a sigh of relief: all indications are that the long-awaited adaptation of Naughty Dog’s acclaimed video game is still up to par.
Currently, the new season has debuted to an impressive 93% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. While this represents a slight 3% drop from the first installment, early reviews praise the production for its scope, emotional intensity, character development, and faithfulness to key moments from The Last of Us Part II.
What are the critics saying about The Last of Us Season 2?
Specialized media have begun to share their first impressions. Here’s what some of them had to say:
“Everything about The Last of Us season 2 is bigger than the first, but when the story tries to widen its focus beyond Ellie and her mission, the show can lose its dramatic thrust” - Screen Rant
“The fact that I’m still more eager to turn the next page than I am to ditch this book altogether is a testament to the strength of its storytelling, if not necessarily its structure” - The Hollywood Reporter
“If the first season of The Last of Us proved that this was the best video game adaptation ever, Season 2 reinforces that further while also creating one of 2025’s best seasons of TV” - Collider
“Season 2 trades the momentum of the journey from Point A to Point B for a carefully constructed sense of place. Like its protagonists, ‘The Last of Us’ hits pause on the wandering to put down some roots” - Variety
When will The Last of Us Season 2 premiere?
While it doesn’t seem to completely reinvent the formula, all signs point to this sequel delivering another solid season filled with excitement and memorable moments. The Last of Us Season 2 will premiere on April 13, 2025, via Max.
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