Danny Ramirez’s exit from The last of us sparked a new fan debate comparing his Marvel commitments to Pedro Pascal’s.
The 33-year-old actor, who appeared in four episodes of the series as a member of the Fireflies named Manny Alvarez, has officially left season three, as recast news has confirmed.
Ramirez had to pass on this project due to scheduling conflicts, as he will not be able to film the third season of the HBO hit.
The reworked news isn’t just an update, but becomes a flashpoint for lingering frustration over planning and pacing for the game and the show’s long-term direction.
Reddit users have been arguing over major issues tied to Ramirez’s recast and what it means for The last of us Season 3:
Was the rework avoidable or a planning error?
Many fans believe that the showrunners should have anticipated scheduling conflicts before casting Ramirez.
“They should have foresight for this by not casting someone who has already sold his soul to a wonderful contract,” wrote one.
Critics argue that it was short-sighted to cast a rising MCU actor in a major supporting role that requires heavy filming.
Others push back, saying that actors are not to be blamed for taking big career chances and that this comes down to production planning.
Why is this different from Pedro Pascal’s Marvel work?
A big debate centers on comparisons to the Chilean-American actor, who is also in the MCU.
One side says the 50-year-old actor’s situation isn’t comparable because his character is already dead on the show, where most of the flashbacks are reportedly filmed.
The other side claims that Marvel commitments could still complicate availability, but most agree that Pedro’s role doesn’t require the same level of ongoing filming as Manny’s.
Also, fans familiar with the game are worried because Season 3 is expected to follow Abby’s story, with Manny as an important character.
Recasting him raises concerns about continuity, immersion and emotional impact, especially since seasons 2 and 3 are said to overlap in the timeline.
