- HBO has confirmed Danny Ramirez will be recast as Manny for The Last of Us season 3.
- Sources say scheduling conflicts prompted the change; casting is underway.
- Season 3 will be led by Kaitlyn Dever and showrun by Craig Mazin; production starts next March.
H2: What happened — quick update
An HBO representative confirmed Ramirez will not return as Manny for The Last of Us season 3 and that the role is being recast. Sources previously told Nexus Point News the actor would be replaced due to scheduling conflicts. Casting for the season is currently underway.
H2: Why the recast now
Details on the exact reason for Danny Ramirez’s exit have not been publicly disclosed beyond scheduling conflicts. The report notes his ongoing commitments in other projects — including roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe — may have created timing issues, though specific titles and clashes remain unconfirmed.
H3: Ramirez’s recent profile
Ramirez rose to wider attention through his work in the Marvel universe, appearing as Joaquin Torres in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and in recent MCU films. He also had a role in Top Gun: Maverick. Those high-profile projects have made him a busy and in-demand actor, which industry sources say can complicate TV scheduling.
H2: What this means for The Last of Us season 3
Showrunner changes and the production calendar are moving forward. Craig Mazin will serve as sole showrunner for season 3 and is set to direct multiple episodes. Kaitlyn Dever, who joined in season 2 as Abby, is expected to lead season 3 as the show continues adapting the second game in the Naughty Dog series.
Production is scheduled to begin in March and run through November in Vancouver, according to the report. With filming dates on the calendar, the production team appears to be moving quickly to secure a new actor for Manny so shooting can proceed on schedule.
H3: Casting and continuity
Producers typically try to match a recast to the established character and tone. Manny was introduced in season 2, and his presence ties into the broader arc adapted from the game. The recast will likely aim to preserve character continuity while accommodating the show’s tight production timetable.
H2: What fans should expect next
Fans can expect casting announcements in the coming weeks as HBO and the show’s casting team finalize choices. The recast does not change the show’s planned trajectory: season 3 will continue the adaptation of the second game, with series leads and creative personnel returning to steer the story.
H4: Bottom line
HBO has confirmed a recast for Danny Ramirez’s Manny in season 3 of The Last of Us due to scheduling conflicts. Casting is underway ahead of a March production start in Vancouver.
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