# The Last of Us (2023–present) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/the-last-of-us/
Last reviewed: 2026-08-26

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 88% |
| Celluloid Editorial Rating | 93/100 |
| Audience Snapshot | 88% |
| Metascore | 84/100 |
| IMDb | 8.7/10 |
| Fan Score | 86% |
| Creator | Craig Mazin & Neil Druckmann |
| Platform | HBO Max |
| Genres | Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi |
| Seasons | 2 (16 episodes) |
| Language | English |
| Country | United States |

## Quick answer

The Last of Us (2023–present) is a Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi series created by Craig Mazin & Neil Druckmann, streaming on HBO Max. It holds a 88% Celluloid Score — Recommended — from Celluloid editorial (93%), Metascore (84/100), IMDb (8.7/10), TMDB fan (86%) across 2 seasons. Audience snapshot (not in the composite): 88%.

## Celluloid verdict

A rare video-game adaptation that surpasses expectations — a beautifully acted, emotionally shattering survival drama that cares more about people than spectacle.

## Synopsis

Twenty years after a fungal pandemic collapses civilization, a hardened survivor is hired to smuggle a teenage girl who may be humanity's last hope across a ravaged United States. Their perilous journey forces both to confront what they're willing to sacrifice for each other.

## Cast

Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey, Gabriel Luna, Anna Torv, Nick Offerman

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Most searched questions

**Is The Last of Us worth watching?**
Yes — The Last of Us earns a 88% Celluloid Score (Recommended), from editorial 93%, Metascore 84/100, IMDb 8.7/10, TMDB fan 86%. Audience snapshot is separate (88%). A rare video-game adaptation that surpasses expectations — a beautifully acted, emotionally shattering survival drama that cares more about people than spectacle.

**Why is The Last of Us so highly rated?**
The Last of Us scores 88% from four inputs: Celluloid editorial 93/100, Metacritic 84/100, IMDb 8.7/10 and TMDB fan rating 86%. The separate audience snapshot is 88%. A rare video-game adaptation that surpasses expectations — a beautifully acted, emotionally shattering survival drama that cares more about people than spectacle. See the full breakdown on the The Last of Us series page.

**Do I need to play the game before The Last of Us?**
No. HBO’s The Last of Us is a complete adaptation for newcomers; game fans will notice faithful set pieces and expansions.

**Is The Last of Us on HBO Max?**
Yes — The Last of Us is available on HBO Max in many regions (catalogued under HBO Max on Celluloid). Rights differ by country; confirm in the HBO Max app or the where-to-watch notes.

**Is The Last of Us on Netflix?**
No — The Last of Us is not on Netflix. It streams on HBO Max, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under HBO Max. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**What year did The Last of Us come out?**
The Last of Us first aired in 2023 and is still running (2023–present). Created by Craig Mazin & Neil Druckmann; it streams on HBO Max today.

**How many seasons of The Last of Us are there?**
The Last of Us has 2 seasons across 16 episodes (2023–present). Status: ongoing / still airing.

**How long does it take to watch The Last of Us?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, The Last of Us’s 16 episodes take roughly 12 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Where can I watch The Last of Us?**
The Last of Us streams on HBO Max in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under HBO Max. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**Who is in the cast of The Last of Us?**
The Last of Us stars Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey, Gabriel Luna, Anna Torv, Nick Offerman. Created by Craig Mazin & Neil Druckmann.

**How many episodes are in The Last of Us?**
The Last of Us has 16 episodes across 2 seasons (2023–present).

**What is The Last of Us about?**
Twenty years after a fungal pandemic collapses civilization, a hardened survivor is hired to smuggle a teenage girl who may be humanity's last hope across a ravaged United States. Their perilous journey forces both to confront what they're willing to sacrifice for each other.

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