By Morfeli Data Desk (AI-assisted, data-checked) · Published: November 15, 2026 · Last updated: November 15, 2026 · 6 min read
The Last of Us is a post-apocalyptic drama series that holds a high audience standing across 16 episodes on HBO.
The Last of Us is a 2023 drama series currently featuring 2 seasons. It maintains an 8.4 rating on both TMDB and IMDb.
Review roundup, not a personal review. Scores and audience reviews were checked on November 15, 2026. Spoiler-free.
- TMDB audience score: 8.4/10 (7516 votes)
- IMDb: 8.4/10 (749,733 votes)
- Seasons: 2 seasons, 16 episodes
- Rank among 2023 releases: about #5 of 67
The Last of Us Trailer
Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube
How The Last of Us Stacks Up
- Among the 67 English-language series that first aired in 2023 with at least 200 TMDB votes, The Last of Us ranks about #5 by audience score, roughly the top 7 percent.
- Within drama alone, it ranks about #3 of 50 in the same group.
The series ranks in the top 7 percent of 2023 English-language shows based on TMDB audience scores. It also performs strongly within the drama genre, ranking approximately third out of 50. The data reflects a shift in reception, with the first season averaging 7.8 and the second season averaging 6.6.
Critics vs Audiences
- TMDB audiences give it 8.4/10 across 7516 votes.
Different sites measure different things. IMDb and TMDB scores average votes from registered users. The Rotten Tomatoes percentage is the share of critic reviews counted as positive, not an average grade. Metacritic converts reviews into a weighted average out of 100. A title can score high on one and lower on another, so look at all of them together.
What Reviewers Are Saying
This section is based on 8 recent audience reviews posted on TMDB, which rate it 5.3/10 on average (4 positive, 1 mixed, 3 negative among 8 rated reviews). It is a small sample and not the whole audience.
What reviewers praise
- Several TMDB reviewers appreciate the show for reaching an unprecedented level of excellence and being a faithful reinterpretation.
- Some reviewers noted the chemistry between the main characters is excellent and the casting is spot-on.
What reviewers criticize
- Several TMDB reviewers felt the show suffered from unnecessary type-switching and pacing issues.
- Some reviewers stated the narrative felt disconnected from the original video game lore and characters.
The reviews behind this summary
| Posted | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-01 | 1/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2023-01 | 8/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2023-01 | 9/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2023-01 | 1/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2023-02 | 1/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2023-02 | 5/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
What Is The Last of Us About? (Spoiler-Free)
Twenty years after modern civilization collapses, a survivor named Joel is tasked with escorting a 14-year-old girl named Ellie out of a quarantine zone. Their journey across the United States forces them to rely on each other to survive the dangers of a post-apocalyptic world.
The Last of Us at a Glance
Cast and Characters
- Bella Ramsey as Ellie Williams
- Gabriel Luna as Tommy Miller
- Isabela Merced as Dina
- Young Mazino as Jesse
The Cast and Crew’s Track Record
Creators Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin lead the production. Cast members Bella Ramsey, Gabriel Luna, and Isabela Merced maintain consistent project averages between 7.3 and 7.6 on TMDB.
Other recent work from the lead cast of The Last of Us (since 2020):
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Ramsey avg 7.3/10 | The Sheep Detectives (2026) | Movie | Zora (voice) | 7.9/10 |
| Time (2021) | TV | Kelsey Morgan | 7.6/10 | |
| Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget (2023) | Movie | Molly (voice) | 6.9/10 | |
| Resistance (2020) | Movie | Elsbeth | 7.0/10 | |
| Gabriel Luna avg 7.6/10 | Dexter: Resurrection (2025) | TV | Ray Ballard | 8.5/10 |
| The Terminal List (2022) | TV | Freddy Strain | 8.0/10 | |
| Secret Level (2024) | TV | King Zimah (voice) | 7.4/10 | |
| FUBAR (2023) | TV | Boro Polonia | 6.6/10 | |
| Isabela Merced avg 7.5/10 | Peacemaker (2022) | TV | Hawkgirl | 8.2/10 |
| Superman (2025) | Movie | Hawkgirl | 7.3/10 | |
| Alien: Romulus (2024) | Movie | Kay | 7.2/10 | |
| Migration (2023) | Movie | Kim (voice) | 7.3/10 |
Season by Season
| Season | First aired | Episodes | Avg episode rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 15, 2023 | 9 | 7.8/10 |
| 2 | Apr 13, 2025 | 7 | 6.6/10 |
The best-rated season in this sample is season 1 (7.8/10), whose top episode is "When You're Lost in the Darkness" (8.3/10).
Where to Watch (US)
| Streaming | HBO Max Amazon Channel, Spectrum On Demand, HBO Max |
|---|---|
| Buy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home |
Availability data from TMDB (provided by JustWatch), checked November 15, 2026. It changes often.
The Bottom Line
The show remains a returning series on HBO.
It may suit you if:
- Viewers interested in post-apocalyptic survival dramas.
- Fans of video game adaptations.
You might skip it if:
- Viewers who prefer strictly faithful game-to-screen adaptations.
- Viewers who dislike slow-paced character-driven narratives.
Shows Like The Last of Us
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| War of the Worlds (2019) | 7.2/10 | When astronomers detect a transmission from another galaxy, it is definitive proof of intelligent extra-terrestrial life. |
| Fallout (2024) | 8.1/10 | The story of haves and have-nots in a world in which there's almost nothing left to have. |
| Station Eleven (2021) | 7.0/10 | The survivors of a devastating flu attempt to rebuild and reimagine the world anew – while holding on to the best of what’s been lost. |
| The Stand (2020) | 6.8/10 | In a world mostly wiped out by the plague and embroiled in an elemental struggle between good and evil, the fate of mankind rests on the frail… |
| The Walking Dead: World Beyond (2020) | 7.3/10 | A heroic group of teens sheltered from the dangers of the post-apocalyptic world receive a message that inspires them to leave the safety of the only… |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMDb rating of The Last of Us?
On November 15, 2026 the IMDb rating was 8.4/10 from 749,733 votes. It changes as people vote.
Is The Last of Us one of the best-rated 2023 series?
By TMDB audience score it ranks about #5 of 67 English-language titles with at least 200 votes, as of November 15, 2026.
How many seasons does The Last of Us have?
The Last of Us has 2 season(s) and 16 episode(s) listed on TMDB. Status: Returning Series.
Who stars in The Last of Us?
Bella Ramsey, Gabriel Luna, Isabela Merced, Young Mazino.
Data checked on November 15, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Audience reviews belong to their authors on TMDB. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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