The Last of Us fans have been left wondering if the HBO adaptation has been cancelled after reports that filming for the third season has been put on hold. However, the pause is temporary and due to the World Cup in Vancouver.
Production Paused for World Cup
Filming for the third season of The Last of Us has been paused from 1st June to 28th June to accommodate World Cup matches taking place in Vancouver. This was confirmed by the British Columbia directory for TV and film productions. Industry insiders pointed to the World Cup as the principal reason for the delay, according to Men's Journal.
Fan Reactions
Some fans expressed anxiety on social media. One sceptical viewer predicted on X: "They'll cancel the season any minute now, just watch." Another commented: "Hopefully it's an indefinite pause." A further user wrote: "This series turned into a total joke, a complete mess—I even dropped it myself." However, many fans remain keenly anticipating the new series. One Redditor clarified: "Hiatus vs Canceled are two entirely different things. Production is not canceled." While another added: "I can't wait to see it."
Season 3 Details
Season three will spotlight Kaitlyn Dever as WLF soldier Abby, following her gruelling three-day journey through Seattle alongside Lev (played by Kyriana Kratter), a teenage member of a cult known as the Seraphites. Audiences will also uncover more about her harrowing backstory, which culminated in her fateful confrontation with Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Joel (Pedro Pascal) at the outset of season two.
Production will reportedly resume at the end of June and continue until 27th November. The Last of Us is available to stream on Sky, NOW and HBO Max.
