“The Last of Us Season 3 Casts Two Actors as New Manny”
HBO’s acclaimed series The Last of Us has announced significant casting changes for its upcoming third season. Jorge Lendeborg Jr. and Clea DuVall are set to join the cast, bringing new dimensions to the storyline.
The Last of Us Season 3 Casts New Manny
Jorge Lendeborg Jr. will take on the role of Manny, previously portrayed by Danny Ramirez in select scenes of Season 2. Ramirez exited due to scheduling conflicts. As a member of the Washington Liberation Front (WLF), Manny is a loyal ally of Abby, played by Kaitlyn Dever.
Introducing the Seraphites
Clea DuVall has been cast to depict a member of the Seraphites, a faction notorious for their brutal tactics and unique communication methods. The Seraphites remained in the shadows during Season 2 but are expected to play a more prominent role in Season 3.
- Manny: New character played by Jorge Lendeborg Jr.
- Former actor: Danny Ramirez, due to scheduling conflicts.
- Faction: Seraphites, known for disemboweling enemies and tactical whistling.
As the series progresses, it will continue to adapt events from The Last of Us Part 2, focusing on a new lead, Abby. The season finale left viewers with an intense cliffhanger, setting the stage for new storylines.
Future of The Last of Us Series
Showrunner Craig Mazin hinted that Season 3 will be longer than the seven-episode run of Season 2. However, HBO’s programming president, Casey Bloys, indicated that this might be the final season of the series. The production team experienced changes when Neil Druckmann, co-creator and head of Naughty Dog, stepped back to focus on other projects.
The expected premiere for the third season is in 2027, but no specific release date has been announced. Fans anticipate an exploration of new characters, along with deeper insights into returning favorites.
