The Last of Us
Season 1
9 listed hours · 2023–present · HBO
From the desk
How this season is filed
HBO adapted a beloved game, the first season made haters look silly, and then season 2 reminded everyone that fandom is a contact sport with controller memories.
TV Flash files Season 1 of The Last of Us (2023–present) on HBO as the first listed season of 2 — 9 listed hours, 2023-01-15–2023-03-12 from “When You're Lost in the Darkness” (S01E01) to “Look for the Light” (S01E09). Titles, dates, and synopses on file — no invented recaps.
Desk essentials in this season
- S01E01 When You're Lost in the Darkness
The permission structure: game-world made television, grief before lore-cop energy.
- S01E03 Long, Long Time
The converter hour. People who “don’t do zombies” still talk about this one. No recap.
- S01E09 Look for the Light
Season-1 hold that still wanted a sequel — HBO’s favorite kind of complete thought.
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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.
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