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When We Are in Need

The Last of Us: Season 1: Episode 8

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The Last Of Us: Long, Long Time

When We Are in Need

Episode Details & Credits

HBO | Air Date: March 5, 2023

Summary: Ellie crosses paths with a vengeful group of survivors, and draws the attention of its leader.

Genre(s): Drama, Action & Adventure, Suspense, Science Fiction

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Season 1 Episodes

3.1
S1:E9. Look for the Light
Air Date: March 12, 2023
3.3
S1:E8. When We Are in Need
Air Date: March 5, 2023
3.6
S1:E7. Left Behind
Air Date: February 26, 2023

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Episode User Score

3.3

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10

RIVERPLATE14

Mar 5, 2023

One of the best episodes of the series. Really very very good. 10/10.
The only thing is that I would like them to last more than 50 minutes.

3 of 9 users found this helpful36

10

Paddzonik

Mar 7, 2023

Bella Ramsey's acting alone makes this a 10/10 episode what a performance! WOW!

0 of 4 users found this helpful04

10

Renazin

Mar 6, 2023

Ótimo ep,e muito imersivo,continua com o nível alto sem deixar a proposta se lado e evoluindo muito bem!

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

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phoenix_prjct

Mar 18, 2023

Final Thoughts:

When We Are In Need is another faithful recreation of one of the source material’s hardest-hitting storylines, further developing Ellie’s character in a way that Bella Ramsay gives new life to. I was initially worried about how the conflict would be set up given most of whatFinal Thoughts:

When We Are In Need is another faithful recreation of one of the source material’s hardest-hitting storylines, further developing Ellie’s character in a way that Bella Ramsay gives new life to. I was initially worried about how the conflict would be set up given most of what causes the game’s events don’t occur, at least not to the same level, within the show, but the writers breach the gap with solid motivations supported by solid performances.

Breathless and tense, even for someone who knew exactly what would happen, When We Are In Need solidifies our protagonists’ purpose and commitments, and sets up the show for a finale that cannot be missed.

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Ronnison14

Mar 6, 2023

Esse episódio muito parecido com o jogo gostei muito espero que siga nesse ritmo

1 of 4 users found this helpful13

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JoGeronimusKer

Mar 6, 2023

This was a rather faithfull adaptation of what is arguably the best chapter from the original game. Scott Shepard gives an excellent performance as David, who comes across as more charismatic than his game counterpart, yet still perfectly creepy. His character got more sceentime than in theThis was a rather faithfull adaptation of what is arguably the best chapter from the original game. Scott Shepard gives an excellent performance as David, who comes across as more charismatic than his game counterpart, yet still perfectly creepy. His character got more sceentime than in the game and I did appreciate that. This episode also features a bit more action than the last two episodes, which was definitely a welcome addition. It also shows us more of that brutal side of Joel that I think could have been featured more in the series so far, so that pleased me.
The only two things that hold this episode back for me are Bella Ramsey's preformance, which is kinda hit or mis in this episode (she is far from a bad actress, but her acting durring the hunting scene was a bit off) and the way they adapted the ending of this chapter. Though the ending of this episode is still done well, the game simply did it in a way that left a larger emotional impact through timing and score. Just watch the episode and then compare it to the ending of this chapter in the game, you'll see what I mean.

All and all, this was a good episode… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

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SilentLev

Mar 5, 2023

До выхода 9-го эпизода этот для меня однозначно самый слабый, учитывая мои умеренные ожидания. Плюсы: удачный подбор Дэвида, большая часть серии поставлена более-менее, диалоги, музыка и приятные эмбиенты из второй игры, Трой Бейкер. Минусы: крошечный хронометраж, вялая режиссураДо выхода 9-го эпизода этот для меня однозначно самый слабый, учитывая мои умеренные ожидания. Плюсы: удачный подбор Дэвида, большая часть серии поставлена более-менее, диалоги, музыка и приятные эмбиенты из второй игры, Трой Бейкер. Минусы: крошечный хронометраж, вялая режиссура (многообещающее появление в постановщиках Али Аббаси тут совсем не впечатлило), большинство сцен в игре, включая сцену пытки и особенно финал в игре выполнен сильнее и проникновеннее. Хотя Белла Рамзи вновь молодец. Наконец-то появилась толика той самой жестокости из игры, пускай и совсем не много. Финальный поединок слишком полагается на условности игры и был крайне не уместен здесь, когда Элли спокойно могла сразу убежать, банально разбив окно.… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

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Degener8guy

Mar 5, 2023

I think this is episode people were looking g forward to the most, but again.. Just totally falls short of the source, no infected the most powerful scenes felt rushed, there was alot of almost scene for scene which was nice, but it just lacked.. Joel just seems perpetually weak now, EllieI think this is episode people were looking g forward to the most, but again.. Just totally falls short of the source, no infected the most powerful scenes felt rushed, there was alot of almost scene for scene which was nice, but it just lacked.. Joel just seems perpetually weak now, Ellie was good in this one though.

Only one more short episode to wrap up the season.. Its not going to be enough.. It will just suddenly end in a quick and unfantasastic fashion.… Expand

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GDavis987

Mar 7, 2023

Another episode just missing the beats that made the game such a hit. The emotions were there, and so was the performances, but let's not pretend this couldn't have been much better. The main issue is still, like previous episodes, the pacing. This is a story in the game where Ellie shows usAnother episode just missing the beats that made the game such a hit. The emotions were there, and so was the performances, but let's not pretend this couldn't have been much better. The main issue is still, like previous episodes, the pacing. This is a story in the game where Ellie shows us what she's made of, and obliterates half of David's gang. In the show however, she is cut down from her horse early, and is brought straight to her David confrontation, which also was...rushed. Another massive flaw here is the music. If you have a listen through Gustavo Santolalla's album for the show, all the right choices are present, but, unused in the show where they once fit perfectly in the game. It just doesn't work when you keep reusing the same theme from Part II instead of the brilliant "All Gone". Lastly, leaving out Ellie's bow and arrow came off to me as very lazy. Enjoyable episode, but not without its major flaws that further contribute to the game being superior.… Expand

2 of 3 users found this helpful21

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Danilo_Souza80

Mar 10, 2023

Parece que querem mostrar pra todo mundo que todo cristão é ruim. Pra mim não passou de uma promoção ao discurso de odio contra religiosos mais ou menos como prega o governo da Nicarágua.

0 of 4 users found this helpful04

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Series Overview
Season 1

84
- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: January 15, 2023
- 3.1
  S1:E9. Look for the Light
  Air Date: March 12, 2023
- 3.3
  S1:E8. When We Are in Need
  Air Date: March 5, 2023
- 3.6
  S1:E7. Left Behind
  Air Date: February 26, 2023
- 3.4
  S1:E6. Kin
  Air Date: February 19, 2023
- 4.5
  S1:E5. Endure and Survive
  Air Date: February 12, 2023
- 4.6
  S1:E4. Please Hold to My Hand
  Air Date: February 5, 2023
- 4.8
  S1:E3. Long Long Time
  Air Date: January 29, 2023
- 6.7
  S1:E2. Infected
  Air Date: January 22, 2023
- 6.9
  S1:E1. When You're Lost in the Darkness
  Air Date: January 15, 2023