Long Wait ahead for the Return of ‘Last of Us’ or ‘Penguin’

If you’re a fan of “The Penguin” or “The Last of Us,” you might be wondering when to expect new seasons. Both shows made waves in the recent Emmy nominations, with “The Penguin” earning 24 nods and “The Last of Us” nabbing 17. But the return of these popular series may not be as soon as you hope.

Speaking with Variety, HBO and HBO Max CEO Casey Bloys shared some insights into the future of these shows. “The Penguin” is closely tied to Matt Reeves’ “The Batman” universe, so its fate depends on the progress of the next Batman movie, which is set to hit theaters in 2027. While a second season of “The Penguin” isn’t out of the question, it’s not the top priority right now.

As for “The Last of Us,” the second season just wrapped up, with a third season already in the works. However, there’s no set timeline for its return. Showrunner Craig Mazin is still figuring out whether to go with two more seasons or one longer season. It’s a bit up in the air, but Bloys confirmed that fans can expect the series to continue in 2027.

While it may be a while before we see new episodes of “The Penguin” or “The Last of Us,” the future looks promising for both shows. Stay tuned for updates on these fan-favorite series!