The live-action adaptation of The Last of Us was a breakthrough for video game based TV shows. It broke past the ‘video game adaptations’ curse and was a commercial and critical success. The roles of Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey as Joel and Ellie gained love from the netizens. With season one being a smash hit, fans are eagerly awaiting the second one. However, there are some roadblocks in the making of the second season.

The ongoing WGA strike has delayed work on season 2, leaving fans to wonder if and when season 2 will happen. And to the delight of the fans, however, The Last of Us showrunner has shared a promising message with fans.

The Last of Us showrunner gives an update on Season 2

In a message shared on Threads, Craig Mazin, the creator of the TLOU TV series, gave an update on season 2 of the show. He shared the HBO series is delayed due to the WGA strike, and he is actively supporting the strike too. However, he also promised fans of the series, “The strike has not yet been officially lifted, but the second it is, we will spring into action!”

With these words, Mazin has confirmed that working on season 2 will begin as soon as the strike lifts. WGA and AMPTP have also reached a tentative agreement, agreeing to end the strike soon. With the WGA strike coming to an end soon, netizens have started to celebrate.

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While all things point toward the imminent arrival of TLOU season 2, there is still no official date for it. However, Craig Mazin has sparked the interest of fans with his message. And fans have taken to the internet to show their excitement.

Netizens flood the internet with positive reactions to the news of season 2

The shooting of season 2 has not even begun yet and there has emerged a long list of theories regarding it. Meanwhile, fans are loving the announcement made by Mazin, with some calling it a big win for the TV and gaming industry.

Many fans have started to share their positive reactions, with one claiming this is “peak TV.”

Another fan started to speculate about the release window of season 2.

However, not all fans are sure as actors are also on strike.

He was supported by another fan with the same concerns.

While fans are thrilled about the news regarding The Last of Us season 2, the extent of the delay is still unknown. The silver lining is that season 2 is happening for sure. And it is already confirmed that season 2 will be based on the second game. While it remains to be seen how they adapt the same, fans will have to continue waiting for shooting to begin.

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