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The Last of Us Season 3 Paused Amid World Cup

6/8/2026

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The Last of Us Season 3 filming was halted in Vancouver on June 1 2026.
Production began March 2 2026 as Calm Current, was paused June 1–28 2026, and is slated to finish November 27 2026.
Producers gave no explanation, though reports link the pause to the 2026 FIFA World Cup (June 11–July 19 2026).
Craig Mazin will serve as showrunner after Neil Druckmann’s exit, overseeing Season 3 that focuses on Abby Anderson (Kaitlyn Dever) and premieres in 2027, the series’ final season.

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The Last of Us Season 3 filming was halted in Vancouver on June 1 2026.
Production began March 2 2026 as Calm Current, was paused June 1–28 2026, and is slated to finish November 27 2026.
Producers gave no explanation, though reports link the pause to the 2026 FIFA World Cup (June 11–July 19 2026).
Craig Mazin will serve as showrunner after Neil Druckmann’s exit, overseeing Season 3 that focuses on Abby Anderson (Kaitlyn Dever) and premieres in 2027, the series’ final season.