Episode guide
The Last of Us
16 episodes · 2 seasons · 2023–present · HBO
Season
Season 1
9 episodes
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S01E01 When You're Lost in the Darkness Twenty years after a fungal outbreak ravages the planet, survivors Joel and Tess are tasked with a mission that could change everything.
Pilot note — From the desk: The Last of Us opens its catalog run with “When You're Lost in the Darkness” (2023-01-15). Proof prestige can come from controllers without losing heart. Casting debates, episode discourse, and gaming-purist wars.
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S01E02 Infected After escaping the QZ, Joel and Tess clash over Ellie's fate while navigating the ruins of a long-abandoned Boston.
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S01E03 Long, Long Time When a stranger approaches his compound, survivalist Bill forges an unlikely connection. Later, Joel and Ellie seek Bill's guidance.
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S01E04 Please Hold to My Hand After abandoning their truck in Kansas City, Joel and Ellie attempt to escape without drawing the attention of a vindictive rebel leader.
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S01E05 Endure and Survive While attempting to evade the rebels, Joel and Ellie cross paths with the most wanted man in Kansas City. Kathleen continues her hunt.
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S01E06 Kin After ignoring the advice of locals, Joel and Ellie descend deeper into dangerous territory in search of the Fireflies – and Tommy.
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S01E07 Left Behind As Joel fights to survive, Ellie looks back on the night that changed everything.
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S01E08 When We Are in Need Ellie crosses paths with a vengeful group of survivors – and draws the attention of its leader. A weakened Joel faces a new threat.
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S01E09 Look for the Light A pregnant Anna places her trust in a lifelong friend. Later, Joel and Ellie near the end of their journey.
Season
Season 2
7 episodes
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S02E01 Future Days 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.
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S02E02 Through the Valley 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.
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S02E03 The Path 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 questions on what lies ahead.
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S02E04 Day One 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.
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S02E05 Feel Her Love 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.
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S02E06 The Price 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.
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S02E07 Convergence 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.
Finale note — From the desk: The guide closes on “Convergence” (2025-05-25) — a series bookend worth the package context. Casting debates, episode discourse, and gaming-purist wars.