The Last of Us Episode 3 | Bill and Frank Interviews | NIck Offerman and Murray Bartlett

Nick Offerman (Bill) and Murray Bartlett (Frank), along with co-creators Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, take us inside Episode 1x03, "Long Long Time."
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[@lusca_costa]

Bill knew how to survive, and Frank knew how to live

[@kllwc7772]

😢😮❤🏅🥺

[@angiepanjie]

Absolutely! Hadn’t thought of it this way.

[@LeonorFiniCat]

Such a beautiful and spot-on observation

[@croplaya]

Bill knew how to survive...ken knew how to live love life. Where's my 100 likes?

[@lusca_costa]

@@croplaya lol

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

Nick Offerman, and Murray Barlett deserve emmys for this episode. Just a masterclass in beautiful storytelling character development, and overall tv.

[@GentileMysteriesConspiracies]

Awwww weeee, you fan SHEEP "just can't quit those gay cowboys." - Brokeback Mountain quote.

[@t0kki2]

@@GentileMysteriesConspiracies have you finished throwing your hissy fit?

[@KitchenTable]

Bravooo

[@stalematesibling]

@@GentileMysteriesConspiracies sO U WATCHED brokeback mountain.

[@DJVARAO]

The authors performed an outstanding job. I mean, you can love and have a meaningful life even at the end of the world. How strong and demanding a work it was for a writer, and how expertly they created their plot.

[@ShadowProject01]

“Before you I wasn’t afraid” This line and the way Nick delivered it hit me so very hard🥺

[@Hechicera86]

😭😭🍓🍓💓💓💓🥺❤️❤️

[@fayesouthall6604]

Heartbreaking

[@krashd]

"Stop, not on the strawberries."

[@janetbloyer3327]

Absolutely 😢😭

[@angiepanjie]

It reminds me of how I feel about my kid. That emotional Achilles heel. The only thing that could destroy me😭😭😭😭

[@BearInterrupted]

This type of middle-aged, bearded dad-bod representation is so rare in mainstream media that it caught me completely off guard. What a gripping, thoughtful, poignant, beautiful piece of storytelling and acting. #StandingOvation

[@Nyraksi]

Absolutely! I loved how real and relatable it was. I'm glad they decided to show Bill & Frank's relationship because we don't get to see that in the game. I love the little things they change in the TV show to keep the new audience and the gamers on their toes.

[@saundyuk]

You took the words right out of my mouth. It's so nice to finally see a show - or anything for that matter - that finally acknowledges that there are more types of gay men in the world than just the youthful pretty boys or flamboyant, over-the-top effeminate stereotypes inserted just for humour that is the usual portrayal.

[@Hechicera86]

🍓🍓😭😭💕🥺💕💕💕💓❤️💓❤️

[@gumshew2007]

@@saundyuk What are you saying, you have a dad bod? I joke 😁😁

[@saundyuk]

@@gumshew2007 Yup. Paid-up member of the beardy, flannel-wearing, hairy dad bod club. 🧔

[@anonymoustoes]

“Give me one more good day.” That line sent chills down my spine when I watched it.

[@GilgaMax305]

Please don't...Had me in tears 😭

[@andrei2734]

Mine is “you are my purpose.”

[@walterzaq1]

Start now, give me a toast

[@Hechicera86]

🍓🍓😭😭🥺💕💕🥺💕💕

[@mitchaser5159]

This episode is on par with some of the best movies I’ve watched

[@matheussanthiago9685]

It really did felt like a a24 movie, one with libertarianism, zombies and flamethrowers But still

[@NormalizingAtheism]

@@matheussanthiago9685 ⬆️

[@jfiles309]

So true, a movie within itself.

[@drnkds]

Except the part where he stands in the middle of the street with a sniper! Dumb

[@KiIIerz]

​@@drnkds Not really? The enemy is literally burning to death and getting electrocuted + it's literally dark. He used chaos and darkness as a disguise which is viable and regardless, he still got shot. It also wasn't a sniper, it was a rifle with a scope on it. You're cherry-picking here.

[@SandraMorris51]

Outstanding work. I truly hope that their performances get recognized come awards season. Still not over the episode

[@DJVARAO]

I agree with you. This is one of those TV episodes that transcends the medium and finds a home in the performing arts on its own.

[@edwardwongliupepelutivrusk1262]

This is award winning performance. No matter they will win it or not.

[@LucasFontanillaManjarres]

SPOILERSSSS It puzzled me for a second that the final scene was just an open window... then it hit me, they are there in the bed, that is the window they mention in the note... Yep, still not over it.

[@sonnyjs15]

Of course they will. Gay kisses always get it 🤮

[@chuu3142]

@@sonnyjs15 cope

[@dougtube9870]

Those two absolutely killed it. The episode was so good. The only regret is there won’t be any more of Bill and Frank except in flashbacks. This episode was like an excellent short film about a post apocalyptic love story.

[@TR-sg9jc]

Ikr I was hoping every episode was a homoerotic love story with dirty gay butt sex. I'm even questioning if I want to watch the rest of the series or just rerun episode 3 five times.

[@paulthealien8028]

Was kinda gay

[@EATHinNZ]

What if Bills not dead?

[@jurjcluners8490]

Oh we are definitely seeing Bill again

[@jurjcluners8490]

@@paulthealien8028 just like it was in the game

[@DanniShelton]

So many people were against the show before it came out, saying that the show couldn’t possibly be as good as the game. This episode just solidified that they were all wrong. Thanks to the new medium, we got to see this beautiful story. That strawberry scene and their final dinner just broke me. Beautifully, beautifully done. This show deserves all the praise.

[@gumshew2007]

It made me cry again and again and again

[@cat52]

The suicide letter honestly cracked me up when Ellie reads "Hehehehehehe".

[@al28854]

Nick Offerman's capacity and delivery of deadpan humor never fails.

[@stevenrodriguez9655]

Never gets old.

[@danshotguns4226]

Yes..then flip to his giddy giggles, he's a different kind of actor.

[@krashd]

Ron Swanson in Europe is next level deadpan brilliance.

[@akguvercin8981]

​@@danshotguns4226 his giggles are so hilarious :D somehow they don't fit him at all, and somehow they completely do

[@sybariticcupboardrat3763]

Yes! I'm glad he talked about the way he drank the wine at the end. The episode had clearly shown us that Bill's the kind of guy who savors good food and drink, so when he chugs it down, you know he's getting it over with.

[@Metaldamo]

The best tv I have seen in a long time, as a heterosexual man; I have never cried so much for a homosexual relationship; it was beautiful!!!

[@djentmaster33]

Same.

[@rileysevern1968]

@@2jz-boi Should have drank it instead

[@julesb1970]

What a great comment, that's awesome because I've sadly seen many comments on other posts by many people showing their homophobia as opposed to seeing it for what it was just a love story.

[@iceman333933]

I was in the same boat. These feelings they share for each other perfectly reflected how I feel about my wife. It's just a beautiful love story that anyone can relate to

[@Kevinsyel]

@Jules B this world is leaving those homophobes behind and they know it. They're clawing for the last bit of relevance, and failing

[@ron4501]

I don't think I have ever seen two actors with more onscreen "chemistry" than Offerman and Bartlett.

[@tanyalores-tloknowsrealest90]

Their whole story is one of the best cinematic performances I’ve ever seen in TV and movie. It was so beautiful and heartbreaking. I’ll never forget it.

[@janetbloyer3327]

I feel like there's no need to watch anymore episodes because I'll never see them again 😭😭😢 if so it was enough I loved it

[@fuckryingoutloud86]

He mentioned showing a middle aged relationship. Until he said that I didn't realise that's part of what made that episode amazing. There are too many Teen and Twenty something relationship dramas. Episode 3 really showed the depths of emotions and challenges that come with an older relationship. It makes the ending so much more beautiful and tragic. Imo.

[@DoogleLawless]

Just give these guys all the awards. It's crazy that you could pick a character like Bill from the games, and subvert expectations in such a beautiful way. If this wasn't the most delicate and heartfelt episode of TV ever, I might have been disappointed that Ellie and Bill never met. I can't say that I saw it coming, but it's true that I wasn't surprised by the thought and intention that went into crafting this charming romance.

[@Yeah-wt1mu]

Fuck no

[@DoogleLawless]

@@Yeah-wt1mu You do realise that you are in a minority of people right? You're free to have your opinion, but you don't have any credence to tell others that theirs is wrong.

[@marccardiff]

Sadly they will both be nominated in the same category. My money's on Nick winning because it's such a departure from Ron Swanson, but they both deserve it.

[@DoogleLawless]

@@marccardiff I think it would be a victory that they would share with eachother, albeit not on an official level. And yeah, Offerman winning makes sense. He also had more of a transformation on screen. Bill's journey from lonely survivalist to man capable of putting his partner first was great to watch. He depicted his vulnerability so well.

[@sebastyann123]

the episose felt like a movie, a short but extremely beautiful movie. The writing, the production, the soundtrack and especially the acting were superb. The episode AND the actors deserves all the awards.

[@Hechicera86]

😭😭🍓🍓💓😍💓💓💓💓

[@Gemstar_70]

My favourite heartfelt episode that drew such a huge impact! IMO, this is an award-winning / worthy episode -- MOST DEFINITELY!!! 🏆🎖🏅🏆

[@TR-sg9jc]

Dirty gay butt sex should always deserve an award.

[@elen_jaxx]

please, give the actors and, above all, the writers, every award, recognition, money or whatever. This was OUTSTANDING

[@barrysuss4421]

It was DISGUSTING. Bill and Frank had AIDS. They were the real monsters of this series.

[@Mstes2241]

They did a really awesome job, showing the love that Bill and Frank had. For me, I think it was a happy ending. We will eventually die but who can say they found their true soulmate and die in their own terms peacefully in each loving arms. I was holding my tears and doing such great job, till the window scene with the music. I was completely a mess.

[@igorcorti6364]

I still tearing up as I watch this video. Incredible performances and such a heartfelt episode.

[@alexmartinez9097]

Really? Over this?

[@jonahbrown5669]

@@alexmartinez9097 What's wrong? Too gay for you?

[@alexmartinez9097]

@Jonah Brown I just didn't buy their romance. The moment that led up to their 1st kiss, them playing on the piano was just cringe. And I'm gay myself

[@barrysuss4421]

Bill and Frank had AIDS. They were the real monsters of this series.

[@Hechicera86]

😭😭🍓🍓😍💓🥰💓💓

[@matheussanthiago9685]

This It felt like watching a feature length retale of first 10 min of Up as an adult. Equal parts beautiful and devastating

[@KaWiReloaded]

This 😭

[@fallenfairyfaye]

Yes! I said this up too!

[@Elbarto150]

Simply one of the best episodes of tv ever made.

[@mamacurlyy]

I’m a snob for cinema and television and this by far was the most breathtaking, effortless, Invigorating, and captivating acting I’ve ever seen. Because of this episode I have binged the episodes daily since the release. I love acting that didn’t feel like acting. Absolutely phenomenal. Wish I could speak to them about this episode.

[@BBakira1031]

Hmmmm...considering this is the most recent episode please let me know how you've binged the rest? I'd like to see the whole series now.....

[@tywilson3689]

@@BBakira1031 I think they're saying they rewatched the first 3 currently available episodes

[@fallenfairyfaye]

The nuance and respect and the facets of humanity and loss that they portrayed in this episode was absolutely beautiful and well crafted. I cried so much. Their cloistered world against the apocalyptic backdrop makes their reality much more stark, makes their lives that much more precious.

[@Festivejelly]

It was a beautiful episode. My wife and I were in tears.

[@kevogamingid]

If Nick Offerman doesn't win an Emmy it's a robbery

[@sctmcg]

I can't honestly remember the last time that one episode of a TV show was so obsessed over. Interviews about ONE EPISODE of a tv show!! It's an instant classic! A work of art.

[@thepratikdash]

OMG these two!!! Nick Offerman and Murray Bartlett just go on to show in this interview why their chemistry worked so well on-screen, the way they riff off of each other during the "package" and "grandiosity" comments, they were meant to be Bill and Frank. Most amazing casting choice I have seen in the recent times and the episode did absolute justice to the brilliance of these two phenomenal actors on-screen. This was Screen Gold!!!

[@dominicconti2357]

nothing in television is better than when 2 actors and a fantastic casting director understand the assignment from start to finish...

[@joeyclemenza7339]

this was probably one of the best hours on tv for the entire year... I mean, wow!!

[@ComicAcolyte]

One of the greatest episode of television I have seen that will go down in history

[@thisiscait]

My partner and I were a snotty, snotty mess. Will be looking back on this moment in television for a very long time, just beautiful.

[@claudes.whitacre1241]

A beautiful story. It caught me off guard. Bartlett and Offerman were outstanding.

[@denisesorensen9568]

An incredible episode that was unexpected for me. Love Nick Offerman, Murray compliments him and vice versa. I was blown away by their amazing storytelling, emotional performance that left me wanting MORE, MORE, MORE!! They better get awards for this!

[@AM-el4iv]

This is what you get when you respect the source material, and even improve on it. 10/10 this series so far.

[@kbrewers]

When Bill paused to take the drink, and then downed it, first thing that came to me was, did he mirror Frank cuz he also poisoned the other glass? I loved that 10 seconds of "if you (Frank) drink your glass, I (Bill) am going with you".

[@andyd3447]

Thank you SO much for this story!

[@matthagen67]

This was movie-level storytelling and acting. Just WOW.

[@iimcrej]

Hahaha these two has great chemistry. You both deserve to get an award as Best Actors. They need a RomCom movie and i surely watch!

[@Leon.27.06]

beautiful performances. so moving and loving. they deserve golden globes the both of em.

[@babaroga73]

Someone said "A love story between Zach Galifianakis and Jordan Peterson", and now I will never un-see that 😂😂

[@trixx811]

I kept saying "poor Mr. Petersen" the entire time I watched it😅 I'm so glad someone else saw this

[@yeanahnah2976]

bill knew how survive and frank knew how to live

[@rr2r2r2ra]

Beautiful episode, it's like a standalone movie.

[@lloydwhittle77]

Absolutely amazing performances by both actors. Such a beautiful hour of television.

[@lilygoatdemon]

Frank growing the strawberries and seeing his pride and joy when he showed Bill was so damn sweet. Bill's delight at eating one, and the way he looks at Frank after is just some of the most wholesome stuff ever. Like Frank was excited to grow them and show Bill, and you could tell Bill was really touched by it. It's really the little things that mean so SO much to people.

[@PsychologicalApparition]

🍓

[@AloneintheLight96]

I was just left speechless. Masterpiece. Amazing performances.

[@HavocParadox]

the episode was so beautiful..

[@ohmygoditsronaldo]

They both deserve an Emmy Award for episode 3 because that was some seriously amazing acting.

[@bibireyes3]

Bill and Frank, a love story for the ages 😭😭😭😭😭♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@Miroslava_Ivanova]

I've been crying with every reaction video I've seen of the episode since yesterday, it was such a punch in the feels, but so beautiful, I couldn't have asked for such an amazingly bitter sweet ending 😭💖

[@barrysuss4421]

Bill and Frank had AIDS. They were the real monsters of this series.

[@Miroslava_Ivanova]

@@barrysuss4421 I mean, Frank had Parkinson's, but go off, I guess 🤣

[@wtfbbbqstix]

The best episode of Last of Us so far. They set the standard so high, i don't know if other episodes will make it on par.

[@RobQos]

Do they even know they were in probably the best episode of any TV show ever??!!! The writing and acting was incredible.

[@mariaelbamiller4803]

I cried my eyes out. Such an amazing show!

[@mrp1924]

Great Episode, Excellent ❤❤❤

[@natsinthebelfry]

Seeing people get emotional over Bill and Frank makes me so happy, not gonna lie. It's important to show stories like this; not only because we deserve to have our stories told, but because they can make people understand how beautiful true love is, regardless of gender.

[@Kajira26]

I loved this episode! I think what really got me is...even at the end of everything, life really does just go on for those that are still around. And even in those trying times, Bill was fortunate enough to find the ONE, the love of his life. And that's so beautiful to me. The way it ended was bitter sweet and yet made perfect sense. I can't wait to see how the rest of the season goes.

[@anne8511]

What a great interview. Great questions and great guests! I got teary-eyed just listening to them talk about this amazing episode. I’ve never seen anything like it. It was so beautiful! these two actors are world class!

[@Alucard152000]

Nick Offerman is SOOOOOOOO Eloquent !!

[@chutcentral]

Great interview. The interviewer did an amazing job, deep, well-thought out questions which have not been explored before in other interviews. Bravo! 👏

[@daphneanne6469]

such a beautiful story Im still crying over it

[@mandalorianscum1138]

Give those two a truckload of Emmys! They went right for the heart!

[@Aleakwe]

now this was a great interview. with good questions. Including parcs and rec Ron and April relevant, was a big smile

[@pauli2169]

Outstanding performances from these two actors. I have already watched the episode 3 times. If these guys do not pick up several awards for their performance then there is no justice. This is how a gay middle aged couple should be portrayed on TV, without all the usual negative gay stereotypes. Just two men who are in love.

[@ZekeBarzahd]

They did more in one episode then most shows do in a season

[@whitedove2352]

What a masterpiece. What a piece of art. Absolutely beautiful!

[@BarsimonR]

One of the best episodes of T. V. I have ever watched... kudos to everyone... but Damn Nick Offerman hit it out of the park, the county... the state!!! Phenomenal performance

[@GCAT01Living]

They told a better story in one episode than some shows do over their entire series.

[@Pixelkip]

I wish this epsiode was 2 and a half hours

[@jubjub7101]

This episode was massively impactful. Nick Offerman made me cry. That takes a lot to move me to tears for a tv show.

[@jeanjacquesrousseau1955]

I was sobbing like a baby multiple times and it actually is a rare thing that movies/tv shows make me cry. :D What a nice presentation of a love story.

[@JeanBaptisteDesJardins]

I cried. What a wonderful most beautiful episode.

[@fiveoctaves]

Bill and Frank got a happy ending. People cry over this episode but it is ultimately a happy love story above anything else. They loved each other, they took care of each other, they lived many years together, they grew old together, they died peacefully in each other's arms. Virtually no one gets all of that in life and too few experience even a fraction of that.

[@PattyHaz]

Gorgeous episode all around. The performances were so beautiful and subtle. I can just watch it again and again ❤

[@Tangsters]

I seriously loved this episode. This is a beautiful story of love! Actors are brilliant!

[@romanvincentjusay4464]

I love the Ron/April analogy of Bill and Ellie's relationship! So spot-on!

[@j0ellyfish]

It's odd, because when I first played the game - Murray is EXACTLY what I pictured Frank looking like.

[@diogobfonseca]

Honestly, I can't say I didn't get a bit upset because I didn't get to see the Bill and Ellie's dynamic from the game, which was so fun and funny. But boy, did they give us something extremely emotional, unexpected and beautiful instead.

[@chewiewins]

Not played game. Despite being aware characters only in 1 episode, one can't help caring for them and their relationship. Some ugly tears shed by end of that 'day'. Bravo.

[@BenCormier]

Somehow I’m still crying

[@righteousrawb7225]

Super Emotional and Power Episode

[@annalorree]

This episode portrays the most beautiful queer love story I have ever seen on screen, I was literally moved to tears. Thank you to all involved! 🏳️‍🌈

[@katvindwisiehprasetiobekti8838]

i love them

[@NoraGermain]

They have done so much in only 3 episodes. Feels like a whole season already.

[@franklutton7149]

i want more Frank n Bill...... flashbacks for other people going forwards.....

[@franklutton7149]

again.... flashback episodes..... could be a stand alone thing. i would watch.

[@leemartin5208]

Bill and Frank are the most interesting characters on this show and probably all of HBO. They really need their own spinoff. I've watched this ep like 6 times and they have created magic here and there is so much more of their story yet to tell. Do u hear me HBO? Just call it "Bill and Frank" and it will be one of ur biggest hit shows.

[@headwyvern11]

the most beautiful expression of healthy love between two people in impossible circumstances, done in a tasteful and positive way emphasizing the development and romantic aspects instead of sweaty gyrating entwined bodies. I really hope they get accolades.

[@skelewolf8431]

They could have put Bill and Frank as main characters and the series would shine even more, imagine the acting masterclass they gave us in 1 episode, what wouldn't they do in 9 episodes?

[@ladonnahylton8768]

Absolutely phenomenal!🏆⭐⭐🏆

[@uwemobil8847]

Here they are, I cannot believe it. Thanky you so much for your performance. I was spellbound and overwhelmed by the story and your acting. I hope and deeply whish that you get some awards.

[@FrozenHonors]

i cried so hard during this episode

[@Wrongemboyo]

What a joyful interview. I'm totally fascinated with Kim Roots now.

[@cordyceptors]

Nick Offerman's comparison with Bill and Ellie's relationship would be like Ron Swanson and April Ludgate's in Parks and Rec is the strawberry on top of my vanilla ice cream cake. 🍓🍦

[@virtual30]

they both should win an award...... I CRIED.... they are good actors

[@gamingnotacrime]

This was an episode / filler truly well done , loved the ending of it, the window scene to end it was perfect

[@alexshinra1066]

Bill and Franks is the best Episode!

[@monkeyface6139]

That's the best portrayal of a gay relationship ever seen on TV. Or any relationship for that matter...

[@byoobyoo1280]

These guys deserve to be happy together forever.

[@brianborchardt7198]

They did.

[@tintindev3747]

I cried so much with this one!