The Last of Us

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Season 1
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 15, 2023
Season #: 2, 1
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6.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 1284 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 764 out of 1284
  2. Mixed: 66 out of 1284
  3. Negative: 454 out of 1284
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  1. ffedupduck
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So far the show is great adaptation of the game, great acting, great effects. The third episode is heartbreaking but well written, I loved and hated it lol, mainly because it's just too sad. I've been a long time fan of the game and I welcome the changes to the show, it is just so well done … Expand
  2. GOwen
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    A truly fantastic adaptation. The greatest game series becomes a great moment in TV history.
  3. Orea19
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    As a huge fan of the game I love how it mirrors the gameplay and how the show can expand the world of the game with great casting
  4. Wudanmaster
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    Ignore the MASSIVE amount of homophobic small brained mouth breathers review bombing due to their insecurities. This episode was amazing. Acting was fantastic and really gave Joel and Ellie a great moral starting point with Bills last letter.
  5. KayVinceClear
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    lotta triggered snowflakes, if you want a one for one adaption, play the game. but yall got triggered by that too. weak.
  6. brentharlan79
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    Playing the game through multiple times and now watching it come to life on HBO I can definitively say this is the best Zombie/Survival Horror show or movie ever! Thank you HBO!
  7. Tyrike89
    Feb 1, 2023
    0
    Not that good, could have been better if they attached 100% to games screenplay.
    Forgot the **** nazis vs woke idiots, they are doing the same. This show its about 6 alone, but as The Last of Us adaptation is a 2, gonna give 0 to low the average puntuation.
  8. CODES84
    Feb 1, 2023
    0
    Giving up after the third episode. Today's woke culture is ruining everything it touches.
  9. steveyme
    Feb 1, 2023
    0
    2 shows in and I'm a bit underwhelmed. It's ok, but if you have played the game, it does feel a little bit like you've seen it all before.
  10. EverydayNormalM
    Feb 1, 2023
    0
    Disrespectful to the source material, not similar enough, can please to new fans but its not going to be liked by the game fans, looks like a cheap version of the story we all love.
  11. Badadaptation
    Feb 1, 2023
    0
    Its a bad adaptation, could be a good tv show but if you want to experience the story at its peak quality go play the game. Its leagues ahead in writing. All the changes of the show are for worse:

    the cordyceps and those **** spaghettis in mouth (like WTF) and hive mindset makes the concept to be like any other zombi movie/show instead the natural infection of the game that occurs in    Its a bad adaptation, could be a good tv show but if you want to experience the story at its peak quality go play the game. Its leagues ahead in writing. All the changes of the show are for worse:

    the cordyceps and those **** spaghettis in mouth (like WTF) and hive mindset makes the concept to be like any other zombi movie/show instead the natural infection of the game that occurs in real life.

    The character of Tess has nothing to do with the game one, she was badass, as dangerous as Joel (nearly killed Ellie when she knew she was infected), almost the gangster queen of the quarentine zone. In the show is so soft, bad survivor and absolute idiot in that final scene that its a bad joke comparing to the one of the game.

    Bill its also nerfed in the show. In the game he is so badass he had the controll of a entire town, but the town itself is dangerous full of traps, clickers and runners, even a bloater, (he even use some infected as defense against the hunters surrounding Lincoln). In the show its only a neighborhood and its as clean as a todays stores showcase, even after 20 years of apocalypse.
    He is so incompetent as a survivor that he exposed himself in the middle of the road tho get a shot!
    Game's Bill would have killed this **** tv Bill in one second. Also he didnt even meet Ellie, what a disappointment, they had a really interesting interaction.

    And after 3 episodes Ellie is still a non like able girl, very badly portrayed by the actress and the changes on her behaviour makes her a worse character (even if they are subtle changes, all of them are for worse and are killing the characters evolution that is so well done in the game). It hurts but after the expectations, Bella Ramsey its one of the worst casting choices ever made, period.    … Expand
  12. Sonicnomad
    Jan 31, 2023
    4
    First episode show promise, however the following episodes expose weak cast, poor writing, questionable direction and deviation of the original story. Only die hard fans of the videogame will enjoy it, maybe.
  13. Kleber007
    Jan 31, 2023
    5
    A great gay love story!!! simply one of the best and most impactful episodes in television history this episode is like a movie brilliantly Executed and with stupendous performances
  14. WishedSerega
    Jan 31, 2023
    0
    I like the 2 first episodes, they great, 0 complains at all, i don't like the third one.
  15. Zoidberg86
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    It captures the video game perfectly. Areas where it's had to be changed are dine well. Character in which things are expanded are done beautifully as well. Further, it angers bigots. Even better.
  16. MOHshow
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    Unquestionably the best adaptation of a video game. The episodes are touching and very well acted.
  17. GhostX92
    Jan 31, 2023
    5
    The first episode, the second I would say is awesome however the third episode, unfortunately, was worse than what I imagined. A full episode does not provide the story with anything but disgusting emotions between two
  18. Thiagodc
    Jan 31, 2023
    0
    Ratinho e manquitos Personagens fracos, nenhuma semelhança com o jogo, continua com a lacração e o roteiro é novela mexicana de zumbis
  19. angelsanzcorrea
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    I made myself a nice warm latte and started this text just to say 2 things: one– this show is absolutely magnificent in every possible aspect; and two– this coffee tastes even better while reading the reviews of bigots and incels who haven't even been able to dent the User Score. It's a nice day today.
  20. Sewardquart9
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Can't believe just how many people are giving negative reviews because Bill and Frank are shown to be gay Bill was gay in the game too but everyone seems to think that the show writers changed the character on purpose
    Nice to see some homophobes burn from inside    … Expand
  21. JonoFitz
    Jan 31, 2023
    0
    Loved the first Last of Us game. I watched the first 2 episodes of the show and thought ok a bit boring but decent enough. Then came episodes 3. One hour and 20 mins of complete filler. I had to fast forward most of it as it was so boring. What a let down.
  22. squeamich
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    This show is doubtlessly awesome and impeccable and i believe fans should stop hating on it just because it went beyond the lore-imposed borders. What’s the point in watching a brand-new SHOW simply BASED on the original game if you resent every alteration made? If u feel like it, go youtube/the_last_of_us_game_playthrough and don’t spoil it for the adequate ones. Thanks.
  23. Catalonec
    Jan 31, 2023
    0
    Only for the third episode. How could you dedicate an entire episode to a non-canon relationship and still cut out the development of the relationship between ellie and joel and the fight with the creep at school...?
  24. musstang62
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    Best TV show I've seen in years. I was cautiously optimistic before but it's ended up being better than I would've imagined
  25. ZeromusPrime
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    Bill was always gay you morons, guess you don't care about the source material as much as you say. You "anti-woke" losers make my skin crawl
  26. Hakisak
    Jan 30, 2023
    3
    I might update later.
    but after episode 3, I cannot approve of this story telling. I mean; A whole filler episode?!? are you serious? even putting all the filler material aside, Joel said they the raiders will be stealth, smart and strong... nek minut... raiders running into traps are electric wire... really?
    this series is falling apart, I hope they don't waste more time like this, this    I might update later.
    but after episode 3, I cannot approve of this story telling. I mean; A whole filler episode?!? are you serious? even putting all the filler material aside, Joel said they the raiders will be stealth, smart and strong... nek minut... raiders running into traps are electric wire... really?
    this series is falling apart, I hope they don't waste more time like this, this series seemed promising at the start.    … Expand
  27. MonkeyTennis
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    It's an excellent show and the casting is great. Ignore any review that mentions "woke". It's a sure fire sign that the reviewer is an idiot. Sad little white men, furious that they're not allowed to look down on everyone else anymore.
  28. Paft
    Jan 30, 2023
    3
    Shills and NPCs giving this 9s and 10s (after one episode) on rating sites I see. I wouldn't give my fave series/films of all time a 10. Very bizarre.

    This still pales massively in comparison to the game in every way so far. Mostly the scenes are nowhere near as impactful as their source counterpart. The game came at a time somewhat just before the whole zombie thing wasn't    Shills and NPCs giving this 9s and 10s (after one episode) on rating sites I see. I wouldn't give my fave series/films of all time a 10. Very bizarre.

    This still pales massively in comparison to the game in every way so far. Mostly the scenes are nowhere near as impactful as their source counterpart.

    The game came at a time somewhat just before the whole zombie thing wasn't absolutely done to death, and it was mainly the stellar performances, the bond the characters had, and the editing that made the game and set it apart. Today, it has to be at least equal or better or it's just another beyond-tired zombie show. Hopefully, it'll win me over in the coming weeks and I'll alter this review/rating.

    Episode 3:
    As agenda-pushing at it felt, I wouldn't have been okay with it if they were straight either. It was a perfectly fine "filler" type episode..but damn, they're telling the entire 1st game's story in just 9 episodes and they're "wasting" it with stuff like this?

    There are only 6 episodes left... But gaining brownie points is higher on the list than telling the game's main story I suppose.    … Expand
  29. Dave_j
    Jan 30, 2023
    2
    Metacritic and all other review websites have lost all credibility with these endless "10/10 AWESOME!!! EXCELLENT!!! BEST THING SINCE SLICED BREAD!!!" reviews.

    Not too long ago, you could take a single look at the overall ratings from metacritic, imdb, etc and at a glance tell whether a tv show or movie was great, good, mediocre, or awful. Precisely because these ratings were genuine.    Metacritic and all other review websites have lost all credibility with these endless "10/10 AWESOME!!! EXCELLENT!!! BEST THING SINCE SLICED BREAD!!!" reviews.

    Not too long ago, you could take a single look at the overall ratings from metacritic, imdb, etc and at a glance tell whether a tv show or movie was great, good, mediocre, or awful. Precisely because these ratings were genuine. Now every bland piece of garbage (except something that's almost a crime against humanity like Velma), is a masterpiece according to these websites.

    The last of us is the same. Overblown, overhyped, and overrated.    … Expand
  30. gutskira
    Jan 30, 2023
    3
    Acting is very mediocre. Woke propaganda strong...... Have to ask where all that money went?
  31. Luke9648
    Jan 30, 2023
    6
    I can't wait for "Dead Space" featuring Ron Swanson in a beautiful love story for modern times.
  32. sevnsonm
    Jan 30, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just hope they won't let Abby kill Joel as they did in the second game. Otherwise evrything looks good in the show. I like the fact that they changed the race of Joel's daughter and that she is black now ! Pedro Pascal is really good as Joel also.

    The only "bad" thing that I could think of is that sometimes, I'm not sure why, in some shots, Bella Ramsey makes me think of Gollum from The Lord of The rings... it's maybe from the way she moves or something.    … Expand
  33. Ryanbyrne
    Jan 30, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Joel dies early in season 2. Just in case you don't know. As a huge fan of the first game, I was excited for this season. Then it quickly became obvious that, just like with the second game, the team involved in adapting this story have again decided to focus on all the unimportant, trivial aspects of the story. To give you an example, there isn't a single straight white man in the show that isn't evil lol. Episode 3 is nothing but Ron Swanson making out with another guy with a big beard, the whole episode. They completely forgot to introduce Bill since they were so caught up in telling us about his boyfriend and how much they love rubbing their beards together. I was invested, but episode 3 took me out. No need to tune in on Sundays anymore. I don't know who they made this show for, but whoever they are, I hope they love it lol.… Expand
  34. Zackasaur
    Jan 30, 2023
    10
    Much like both games -- this show is an unparalleled masterpiece. It's the highlight of each week.
  35. aquariusadastra
    Jan 29, 2023
    0
    Had to get up and go find my phone for this proaganda BS... didn’t even have to watch the 3rd episode because I didn’t finish the first game and disn’t finish the second game because NEIL DRUNKMANN has to insert new age woke equality hot garbage down our throats.. no pun.. and on top of that, it’s the one freedom fighter who survives that has to take that ‘equality’ fall.... corporatizedHad to get up and go find my phone for this proaganda BS... didn’t even have to watch the 3rd episode because I didn’t finish the first game and disn’t finish the second game because NEIL DRUNKMANN has to insert new age woke equality hot garbage down our throats.. no pun.. and on top of that, it’s the one freedom fighter who survives that has to take that ‘equality’ fall.... corporatized AGENDA spewing nonsense.… Expand
  36. Diego98700
    Jan 29, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente, no entiendo el HATE acerca de la escena, en el juego se sabe que Bill es gay, ya que tenía revistas "pegajosas" y las encuentra Ellie. La carta de despedida, la mención a Tess, joya, deberían dejar es tabú de ser inclusivo de una manera tajante, cuando no lo es. Excelente, nos dieron una historia de amor verdadero con un final más que hermoso, admito que si, llore, y me sentí muy identificado con mi novia. Vean la serie sin prejuicios, sin incomodidad, y disfruten de una historia y una adaptación de juego tan increíble. Un saludo.… Expand
  37. Juddee
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    Gripping and well made. A great adaptation to the game, and also great for newcomers.
  38. Qoo88039
    Jan 28, 2023
    0
    Окуя оюндагыдай кызыксыз. Окуя кичинекей баракка туура келет. кедей адамдар үчүн зомби.
  39. AthanasiosT
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    Being a PC gamer, I haven't played the game. So, without any previous knowledge, I've watched an excellent tv show, with well developed characters, pretty cool effects and a story that keeps me wanting for more. A big plus on the absence of constrained political correctness. Congrats on a job well done
  40. Dmelarab
    Jan 27, 2023
    2
    I played the game, It's exactly the same. Unnecessary and repetitive to the game
  41. Kazook
    Jan 27, 2023
    10
    The best game to movie adaptation so far. Fans of the game will be delighted by additional lore and storytelling fleshed out by a great creative director who is also a fan of the series. A true precedence for any upcoming games adaptation.
  42. AlgorosX
    Jan 27, 2023
    1
    Part II was horrible and so the end of this series is horrible as well.

    I do not like the cast and the feels not like last of us.
  43. sharlez
    Jan 27, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. capítulos con poco contenido, no aporta drama ya que nada es sorpresa y no por saber lo que pasa en video juegos sino que son predecibles, hacen chistes del tema principal y en momentos muy cerios lo cual le quita credibilidad al peligro que tienen en frente, personajes que en teoría tienen mas de 20 años de experiencia en ese mundo apocalíptico y nos los presentan con una personalidad de experiencia de 1 semana en ese mundo caótico y para tener 20 años los muertos siguen intactos.… Expand
  44. FISHDOODLE
    Jan 26, 2023
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mindless, illogical, clichéd and just dumb, turns out (spoiler) the writers were zombies. And this is the opinion of a fan of zombie entertainment! Behind Pedro’s eyes - in every scene - you can see him plotting his agent’s death. Awful.… Expand
  45. paulcarter
    Jan 25, 2023
    10
    Me: Played the game, loved the show.
    Wife: Never played the game, loved the show.
    Friends/Family: Never played the game, love the show.

    Such a good show!
  46. atemlos
    Jan 25, 2023
    10
    The prologue alone is 10/10. Great casting, Bella and Pedro have been doing a great job so far.
  47. fizzy071doodle
    Jan 24, 2023
    10
    great series, all the actors played their roles perfectly, I'm a big fan of the TLOU universe, and after watching the series I learned a lot about my favorite universe, I would rate the series 10000000000000000000000000000000000/10
  48. Truejustice
    Jan 24, 2023
    0
    looks like the budged went into these positive reviews because show itself is generic woke borefest with terrible woke casting and zero inovations. If you have played the game you have already enjoyed the best version of the story. Pointless show.
  49. irekk
    Jan 24, 2023
    10
    I have not played the game. I thought is boring, but dudes I really regret that. If game is even close of atmosphere of the show, I have to play it. There are some elements that we can find in other movies/shows. But after two episodes, it's really complete story.
  50. JVS8
    Jan 24, 2023
    0
    Enjoyed the game and the TV show is doing a good job at recounting the story with great sets
  51. Honest-Review
    Jan 23, 2023
    0
    I can't believe the reviews on this site and others. No way is this terrible show an 8.1 out of 10. I hope the reviewers were paid handsomely.

    The story is slow and boring. The actors have been casted so badly its an achievement to be honest. I dont know how you can get so many characters so very wrong. I wouldnt mind if the actors were good solid choices, but they are so bad in    I can't believe the reviews on this site and others. No way is this terrible show an 8.1 out of 10. I hope the reviewers were paid handsomely.

    The story is slow and boring. The actors have been casted so badly its an achievement to be honest. I dont know how you can get so many characters so very wrong.

    I wouldnt mind if the actors were good solid choices, but they are so bad in their roles. Every single one of them.

    I'm in shock, I thought this show would be badly reviewed. Im not normally wrong on what is a good or bad show, and I have a diverse range of shows and films i like, and this one is bad, like really really bad.

    And yet here we are 8.1, Nothing is real anymore. I can not believe for the life of me that anyone likes this show. Money talks. That's for sure.    … Expand
  52. GabrieDCejas
    Jan 23, 2023
    10
    Excelente serie, respectaron el espíritu del juego, es la mejor adaptación de un video juego
  53. Psylen
    Jan 23, 2023
    9
    Excellent show. Allow me translate the "0" score reviews for you:
    "Woke agenda!" = They get upset every time they see a person with a different skin color.
    "She doesn't look like Ellie!" = They wanted to fantasize about an underage actress, but now they can't. "It's boring" = They have no attention span, no appreciation for atmospheric build up, and a low IQ. "Just play the game" =    Excellent show. Allow me translate the "0" score reviews for you:
    "Woke agenda!" = They get upset every time they see a person with a different skin color.
    "She doesn't look like Ellie!" = They wanted to fantasize about an underage actress, but now they can't.
    "It's boring" = They have no attention span, no appreciation for atmospheric build up, and a low IQ.
    "Just play the game" = They hate that non-gamers are getting to experience a story they enjoyed.
    "Generic zombie show" = They have no appreciation for story TELLING, and only care about plot summaries, because they are stuck-focus dullards.    … Expand
  54. DutchHarry
    Jan 23, 2023
    10
    Great adaptation of the game and very close to it. Absolutely phenomenal!! Finally a show and game not about zombies, but about an existing fungus in our nature already. As a fan of the game the show couldn't be better. Visuals, set, casting, performances and pacing are all great. 2nd episode got even better. whohhooo :-)
  55. deadpoolfan1185
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    all these dumb negative reviews come from people who didn't play the game and either bought it for 60 dollars and didn't like it the tv show is amazing.just like the game same story.
  56. Pandillion
    Jan 22, 2023
    0
    Direct downgrade from the almost decade old game, just go play the game if you want to experience the story.
  57. Bubber
    Jan 22, 2023
    5
    Overall disappointing, the game story is great, they didn't have to make changes, but the worst part is the casting, the girl playing Ellie is nothing like Ellie in the game. Just play the game, don't watch the series.
  58. AllNewSuperfake
    Jan 22, 2023
    9
    Never played the games, but watched playthroughs and remember thinking that the intro sequence would make for a great movie or series. And that it did, and the way small details were added and original ideas were mixed in to fully use the dramatic potential of those first scenes gives me high hopes for the rest.
  59. Monsterskill
    Jan 21, 2023
    10
    I liked it a lot. Good acting and story telling with the right amount of suspense, drama, and action. I think it will be a good show.
  60. aphextwinpeaks
    Jan 20, 2023
    10
    A sensational adaptation. True fans of the game will love it, and those unfamiliar with the game will have no problem following along. Brilliant casting, direction, and writing, and as a bonus it somehow seems to have upset the incels – fantastic.
  61. Sergius_Grey
    Jan 20, 2023
    9
    I'm a big fan of The Last of Us. I was intrigued by the announcement of the series on this series of games, especially encouraged by the choice of the TV channel - HBO, the producer and Neil Druckmann's participation in the filming. There were questions about the cast of some of the characters, but I wanted to wait for the series to be released to evaluate the cast in dynamics. AfterI'm a big fan of The Last of Us. I was intrigued by the announcement of the series on this series of games, especially encouraged by the choice of the TV channel - HBO, the producer and Neil Druckmann's participation in the filming. There were questions about the cast of some of the characters, but I wanted to wait for the series to be released to evaluate the cast in dynamics. After watching the first episode, I can say that the wait was not in vain. I liked the first episode, looking forward to the rest of the series. Fans like me should enjoy it.… Expand
  62. Sepidar77
    Jan 19, 2023
    9
    It had its flaws, but let's ignore them, the rest of the series was great❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  63. sheep455246
    Jan 19, 2023
    0
    Casting should have been done better. Also, the woke message of changing Sarah destroys a major event in the story. This could have been brilliant if HBO just stayed true to the game and the story.
  64. Sun585
    Jan 19, 2023
    10
    Intense show. Also it's always a pleasure to read right wing crybabies' complaints about hallucinatory imagined wokeness. So: Thanks ND.
  65. LycanGalen
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    Phenominal show. The casting is superb, with each actor embodying the essence of their characters. Set and locations are gorgeous and haunting. The storytelling is well done, and pulls you through to the next episode (truly binge-worthy). The story is accurate to the game, for those who loved the game and actually paid attention.100% worth watching if you are mature enough to not cry likePhenominal show. The casting is superb, with each actor embodying the essence of their characters. Set and locations are gorgeous and haunting. The storytelling is well done, and pulls you through to the next episode (truly binge-worthy). The story is accurate to the game, for those who loved the game and actually paid attention.100% worth watching if you are mature enough to not cry like a racist toddler about a single (well made) casting choice.… Expand
  66. JoGabiSCouto
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    The great adaptation of games for TV! The Last Of US is the most faithful and detailed representation of a game ever made for the screen, and is a love letter to the fans. Congratulations HBO for the adaptation, and as a fan thank you very much!
  67. rockleo
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    Even if you don't play video games, you would still find it extremely enjoyable and emotional. It's very cinematic and every character is doing amazing job, sometimes even better than those performances in the game.
  68. CiphirSol
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    Metacritic reviews are usually a cesspool, not even fun to read and laugh at because people don't have any real thoughts of their own, just "WOKE, MISCAST, I MISS WHITE JOEL!!!"

    What a bunch of BABIES. Lol

    Lol The first episode was captivating. Loved it. Wanna see where it goes.
  69. Boxleitner
    Jan 18, 2023
    4
    The true antithesis to Gene Rodenberry's "Star Trek", Neil Druckmann's post-apocalyptic dystopia presents the human race as near extinction and still at its worst: constantly killing, endlessly destroying, globalizing poverty and choking itself thru oppression, the setting of "The Last of Us" is a love letter to governments and people in power across the planet. This world would never failThe true antithesis to Gene Rodenberry's "Star Trek", Neil Druckmann's post-apocalyptic dystopia presents the human race as near extinction and still at its worst: constantly killing, endlessly destroying, globalizing poverty and choking itself thru oppression, the setting of "The Last of Us" is a love letter to governments and people in power across the planet. This world would never fail to entertain or keep the viewer at the edge of their seat, but sadly, the creators undermine their own story's wonderful premise by failing to keep a proper pace, losing opportunities for action and emotional sequences, and, worst of all, choosing to cater to the hypocritical and nefarious political agenda of our time: woke intersectionalism.

    I'm sure you understand the need for equal opportunity and the eradication of prejudice; these are lofty goals that would help advance mankind towards a happier, more prosperous future. However, in modern Hollywood's case, the ends do not justify the means. A resentful industry, bent on presenting a façade of righteousness thru a "holier than thou attitude" cannot possibly advance the cause of impartiality when its true agenda is to receive lavish praise and large monetary gain at the cost of integrity.

    "The Last of Us" television series portrays the original computer game's heroic, Caucasian protagonist as a dead-beat dad with little spine or decision making ability. It further chooses to cast every authority figure in the show as a woman. This would be fine in any previous era of media except our current, in which disparaging men, especially white men, has become commonplace. There is absolutely no justification for this racist and sexist objective; it is based on hate and long held bitterness that betrays the mental illness of its production instead of providing a captivating story with a moral to it.

    To further complicate the matter, Mazin and Druckmann fail to understand the simpler points of proper pacing, plot and script writing. The first episode meanders without a clear trajectory, completely skipping over a bombing (presented without any clear goal) as well as a bloody attack on the Fireflies, and choosing, instead, to highlight less compelling moments in the protagonist's lives, doing so without providing momentum or fostering concern in the viewer. The result is a significant loss of opportunity in terms of action in the show, and a massive loss of character development and presentation.

    The end result is that the show becomes background television fodder, unworthy of a true attention span, unable to hold active interest in its viewer, and instead devolving into a pathetic vehicle to a narcissistic political rhetoric. Only time will tell if the next episodes will be able to overcome these massive shortcomings, but I wouldn't hold me breath, if I were you.    … Expand
  70. flossablanca
    Jan 18, 2023
    9
    As a fan of the Last of Us games, I was very satisfied with this adaptation. It really recreated the feeling of the game, while still managing to create its own unique portrait. I can’t wait to see the next episodes. I would say it is an immersive and captivating start to something huge.
  71. rob_vz
    Jan 18, 2023
    5
    Dialogue that felt like the video game, set pieces that felt like the video game. Maybe just play the video game.
  72. romakit90
    Jan 18, 2023
    0
    The last of us was a game. It has huge fan base, this series **** them on head by making "no Ellie" in this series......
  73. brunojbf
    Jan 18, 2023
    0
    I really disliked this series. It’s not loyal to the original content, plus it’s poorly written in some situations like: “the fungi can’t survive in temperatures above 35°C” ~ “The ‘global warming’ will make the fungi to adapt and evolve.” Such dialogue doesn’t make sense. Plus this series is full of w0ke things. It doesn’t deserve our attention.
  74. seojoon98
    Jan 18, 2023
    7
    Through appropriate editing and adaptation, while respecting the story of the original work, it removed the boring parts well.
  75. Rhindle
    Jan 18, 2023
    7
    Why did they cast a 17 year-old as Sarah? She's supposed to be 12. She's supposed to be a child. A child who is sassy, yes, but innocent and (crucially) vulnerable in ways that adults are not. Maybe this is why the scenes between Sara and Joel in HBO's first episodes feel "off." There's... a bit of a vibe. Pedro Pascal acts less like a father doing his best to parent a child andWhy did they cast a 17 year-old as Sarah? She's supposed to be 12. She's supposed to be a child. A child who is sassy, yes, but innocent and (crucially) vulnerable in ways that adults are not. Maybe this is why the scenes between Sara and Joel in HBO's first episodes feel "off." There's... a bit of a vibe. Pedro Pascal acts less like a father doing his best to parent a child and more like a guy being deferential to a romantic heroine. Were there no age-appropriate actresses available for the part?… Expand
  76. Trv13
    Jan 18, 2023
    0
    Personaggi diversi, tantissime come cambiate altre inventate e male, zero azione...pessimo sotto ogni punto di vista....
  77. Galo_mole
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    As good as the game so far!!! The characters are well written.
    I think that it is going to be very good and interesting.
  78. Redefined
    Jan 18, 2023
    6
    The first impression is that it is a bit slow. However, already knowing the story and the ending, it lacks suspense and doesn't really draw me in. It's as if I've already seen the season.
  79. ThinFoilSeb
    Jan 17, 2023
    4
    I had high expectations given the budget and the source material.
    The cast didn't convince me at all, especially Bella Ramsey who really seemed to me unsuitable for the role, Pedro isn't bad but seems bored more disillusioned. he seems bored even at the beginning when his daughter is still alive, while in the game we see a stark difference in Joel between before and after.
    Then it is    I had high expectations given the budget and the source material.
    The cast didn't convince me at all, especially Bella Ramsey who really seemed to me unsuitable for the role, Pedro isn't bad but seems bored more disillusioned. he seems bored even at the beginning when his daughter is still alive, while in the game we see a stark difference in Joel between before and after.
    Then it is somewhat strange that Joel, Sarah and Tommy who are a family seem to come from 3 different continents...wtf    … Expand
  80. ulcer
    Jan 17, 2023
    5
    Pedro Pascal, Gabriel Luna, Anna Torv, Merle Dandridge are great. Nico Parker as Sarah is perfect, I like her acting and I wish she played Ellie. But not Bella Ramsey. Bella Ramsey doesn't play Ellie, she plays Abby.
  81. Catter
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    Замечательное начало сериала! Ждем продолжения, будет ли все по канону, но я верю что так и будет!
  82. Max1908im
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Best 1st episode since Game of thrones. Bella and Pedro are beautiful duet.… Expand
  83. AncientAmber
    Jan 17, 2023
    8
    First episode in and I'm pretty happy with it. The world of the show feels fairly well lived-in. The acting was all fairly solid. I'm still a little unsure about Bella Ramsay, who is very good but doesn't act with her eyes especially well - I think she may grow on me though. The dashes of humor were well received.

    So far, what is holding this back is that it is a little formulaic, but    First episode in and I'm pretty happy with it. The world of the show feels fairly well lived-in. The acting was all fairly solid. I'm still a little unsure about Bella Ramsay, who is very good but doesn't act with her eyes especially well - I think she may grow on me though. The dashes of humor were well received.

    So far, what is holding this back is that it is a little formulaic, but that is to be expected since there are only so many ways to show the apocalypse and its aftermath. I believe that as the show goes on, the relationship between Joel and Ellie will make this one of the best of 2023.

    Also, I gotta say - I see a lot of people talking about woke casting or something - I did not get any annoying woke vibes at all. The ethnicity of certain characters simply has no bearing on the believability of the world or the machinations of the plot.    … Expand
  84. Pepe23_
    Jan 17, 2023
    2
    The truth is, this adaptation does not convince me, it does not bring anything new, I hope this series improves, it is only the first chapter so I have hope but while I am disappointed
  85. 24krisnabayu
    Jan 16, 2023
    10
    The atmosphere and environment is almost identical with the game. The sound design is so good, I can hear baby crying and people shouting behind the wall. The set is awesome, specially when the outbreak begin. Pedro pascal is great as Joel, and so does Bella as Ellie, the both great. And all the other support cast also very talented. The series is feel the same like the game, even thereThe atmosphere and environment is almost identical with the game. The sound design is so good, I can hear baby crying and people shouting behind the wall. The set is awesome, specially when the outbreak begin. Pedro pascal is great as Joel, and so does Bella as Ellie, the both great. And all the other support cast also very talented. The series is feel the same like the game, even there are changes, modifications and additions with the dialogs and story. Overall very enjoyable and entertaining… Expand
  86. krutoj
    Jan 17, 2023
    0
    Overhyped show to an overhyped game. The story isn't really that extraordinary. Stories like this have been told countless times. In the game it kinda works a little, because you are more immersed into it. But as a show it's just another zombie show. And seriously we've had enough of those by now.

    And who ever calls this the first good video game adaption, must have really low bar, for    Overhyped show to an overhyped game. The story isn't really that extraordinary. Stories like this have been told countless times. In the game it kinda works a little, because you are more immersed into it. But as a show it's just another zombie show. And seriously we've had enough of those by now.

    And who ever calls this the first good video game adaption, must have really low bar, for what is good and also have lived under a rock for decades, because there have been plenty of good videogame adaptions. This just isn't one of them.    … Expand
  87. Jpika1
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a big fan of the game, I can say that it was an excellent adaptation, very good performances and the setting is worthy. When they announced that Pedro Pascal will be Joel, I loved it, however, at first, I didn't like the choice of Bella Ramsey as Ellie, however, with the first trailer, I realized that it was an excellent decision. Now with the premiere of the first episode, I can prove how good the cast is. As much as the appearance is not the same, they have faithful personalities, for example, that their personality is identical to the game, enabling one of the most impactful scenes in the game, and probably in the series. Pedro Pascal was incredible, in the first episode, he showed what a good actor he is. The interactions between Tess and Joel were better, mainly for showing more of what it's like to be a smuggler.
    Thus, Ellie Williams is introduced, as a 14-year-old girl, with a great purpose, and Joel and Tess must take her to a group of terrorists, known as the Fireflies.
    I need to emphasize that the series does not focus only on being faithful to the game, but also on being realistic, especially in the excellent beginning of the series, showing an interview in the 60s, where an epidemiologist talks about the risk of fungi like Cordyceps, evolving and starting to infect humans due to global warming.
    The soundtrack made by Gustavo Santaolalla is perfect just like in the game.
    Conclusion: An excellent first episode, being a faithful and beautiful introduction, even for people who haven't played the game.
    Grade: 10/10    … Expand
  88. luqueta0109
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    absolutely perfect. this show so far has honored it's source material and it is still courage enough to make some slight changes in order to work better as a tv show. magnificent acting and photography. a very small piece of perfect art.
  89. AshmasterXX
    Jan 17, 2023
    9
    A very faithful and engaging adaption of the video game that is very well shot, put together and filled with actors giving it their all. Expands on the world and the story while retaining much of what you experienced in the game. A must watch for anybody who has played The Last Of Us, or just anybody looking for a good story and show to watch.
  90. Ohmanips
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    An incredibly impressive start. As a huge fan of the game I was ready to be disappointed. I wasn't.
  91. TooHigh2Die
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    I love the people upset at the casting of artificial characters made in a game engine. The actual actors playing these characters do an amazing job and these 0 ratings are ppl obviously upset at the race swapping.

    That being said the actual show is amazing and expands on the game and changes subtle things to make it fresh and less predictable. Pedro Pascal is a spot on Joel and Bella    I love the people upset at the casting of artificial characters made in a game engine. The actual actors playing these characters do an amazing job and these 0 ratings are ppl obviously upset at the race swapping.

    That being said the actual show is amazing and expands on the game and changes subtle things to make it fresh and less predictable. Pedro Pascal is a spot on Joel and Bella Ramsey does very well with Ellie in her short screen time this episode.

    The music from the game is implemented well here and the special effects are what you expect from HBO (Top tier). Overall for a Pilot episode it was everything you wanted and I cant wait to see more.    … Expand
  92. user_unknown2
    Jan 17, 2023
    6
    Miscast. Weird details just to stretch the episode. Nothing special, but it’s not awful at the same time. Maybe some day people these show creators will find out that people who loved the original story want to see something similar both in terms of characters AND setting with visuals. Not just the second thing.
  93. amir110
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    This is the best of adaption of video game of all time. Faithful and emotional.
  94. Rainhio
    Jan 17, 2023
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I liked the game but this has nothing to do whit teh game. In the game you felt something when Sarah was killed in the show she was just annoying. They changed the show so much away from the game this might as well be another Walking Dead episode. Everything moved to slow and in the end of the episode I was bored out of my mind. On the positive side the world around did feel like a world that is in pain. That did came over from the game a bit. But the characters we should care about in this one was just not there. How can you mess up the casting so badly.… Expand
  95. onepiece255174
    Jan 17, 2023
    0
    それは本当に絶対に良くないです.私はこれ以上他のエピソードを見ません.ああ、エピソードは本当に退屈でした.80分間の純粋な退屈をどうもありがとうございました.
  96. sheep255174
    Jan 17, 2023
    0
    이 드라마는 꼭 봐야 합니다. 그리고 게임도 반드시 플레이 해봐야 합니다.
  97. OlivierPiel
    Jan 17, 2023
    4
    Compared to the other dystopian shows out there, this is clearly in the "Walking Dead" camp, not the much higher "Station Eleven" category. All the tropes are in there. TWD 's nihilism was very refreshing and poignant back in the days (season 2 and 3). Besides it is inferior to the "Girl with all the Gifts" which has the exact same plot.
  98. baxy
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    One of the best tv series based on video game. We need stay storng brothers to next monday
  99. devgre
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    As an emotional and deeply invested fan of the video game series, the prospect of bringing this to television format has a very high bar to clear for me. I am happy to report that it's kick off not only met but also exceeded my expectations!
  100. vincepouni
    Jan 17, 2023
    9
    Lol the review bombs are hilarious. Go back in your hole.

    I can understand why people who haven't played the original material are not as excited as me for this but giving it under 5 is just laughable. This was good from start to finish. I hope the same tension stays for the whole series.
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Universal acclaim - based on 44 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 44
  3. Negative: 0 out of 44
  1. The Observer (UK)
    Reviewed by: Barbara Ellen
    Sep 10, 2024
    100
    Don’t be put off by the mushroom monsters – this is a fully realised human parable, with TLOU evolving into a brutal, passionate, post-apocalyptic western par excellence.
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  2. IGN
    Reviewed by: Simon Cardy
    Jun 1, 2023
    90
    Anchored by two outstanding lead performances from Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal, it delivers an enriching show for fans of the PlayStation hit, while also managing to stay welcomingly thrilling to newcomers.
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  3. We Got This Covered
    Reviewed by: Jonathan Wright
    Mar 6, 2023
    100
    By leaning just enough on the source material but not so much as to lose sight of the mission, which is to deliver a gut-wrenchingly emotional and poignant story, The Last of Us is not just the perfect adaptation; it’s an adaptation that has the potential to transcend even the original game.
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