"The Last of Us Season 2 Finale Viewership Hits 3.7M in U.S., HBO Predicts Growth"

Jul 23,25

HBO has announced the continued success of The Last of Us Season 2, reporting a significant influx of viewers that has expanded the series' global audience to over 90 million since the conclusion of Season 1.

In the United States, the Season 2 finale attracted 3.7 million cross-platform viewers on its initial airing. While this marks a decline from the Season 2 premiere, which drew in 5.3 million viewers, Warner Bros. expects the finale’s viewership to rise substantially in the coming days. The lower initial numbers are partly attributed to reduced viewership during the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

For context, the Season 1 finale remains the series’ high point in terms of viewership, having drawn a record-breaking 8.2 million viewers. However, Season 2 has shown strong overall engagement, boasting a higher average viewership per episode compared to its predecessor. The season currently averages nearly 37 million viewers worldwide per episode—a figure Warner Bros. confirms is still growing. In comparison, Season 1 reached 32 million U.S. cross-platform viewers within 90 days of its premiere.

PlayDespite mixed reactions to the finale, the season has maintained solid viewership momentum. IGN’s review of the Season 2 finale awarded it a 6/10, noting, “The Season 2 finale of *The Last of Us* reaches its agonizing cliffhanger ending at a breakneck speed, disorientating as much as it thrills.”

We’ve also published a detailed The Last of Us Season 2 Ending Explained guide, exploring how the finale sets the stage for Season 3 and the narrative paths ahead.

Premiering in January 2023 to widespread critical acclaim, The Last of Us was hailed by many as the best video game adaptation to date. The first season went on to win eight Emmy Awards out of 24 nominations, solidifying its place in television history.

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View 17 ImagesLast week, showrunner Craig Mazin confirmed that a fourth season is likely necessary to fully conclude the story. Speaking with Collider, Mazin explained that attempting to wrap up the narrative from both Naughty Dog games in just three seasons would make Season 3 “take forever.” While Season 3 may be longer than Season 2, he stated, “There’s no way to complete this narrative in a third season.”

He added, “Hopefully, we’ll earn our keep enough to come back and finish it in a fourth. That’s the most likely outcome.”

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