The long-awaited Season 2 premiere of the Apple TV+ series Severance has been set for Friday, January 17, with one episode, followed by a new episode every Friday through March 21. A sneak peek at the new season can be found above.
From writer, creator, and executive producer Dan Erickson, Severance follows Mark Scout (Adam Scott), a team leader at Lumon Industries whose employees have undergone a severance procedure that surgically divides their memories between their work and personal lives. This daring experiment in “work-life balance” is called into question as Mark finds himself at the center of an unraveling mystery that will force him to confront the true nature of his work… and of himself.
- Premiere Date: Friday, January 17
- Episodes: One episode on the premiere date, followed by new episodes every Friday through March 21
- Platform: Apple TV+
Breakdown
Severance is back with its second season, continuing its intriguing narrative about the severance procedure that divides employees’ memories between work and personal lives. The series has garnered a strong following due to its unique premise and gripping storyline.
Plot Beats
- Season 2: Mark and his co-workers face the dire consequences of tampering with the severance barrier, leading them down a path of woe.
- Episodes: 10 episodes in total for the season.
Cast and Crew
- Cast:
- Adam Scott
- Britt Lower
- Tramell Tillman
- Zach Cherry
- Jen Tullock
- Michael Chernus
- Dichen Lachman
- John Turturro
- Christopher Walken
- Patricia Arquette
- Sarah Bock (new series regular)
- Directors:
- Ben Stiller (directs 5 episodes)
- Uta Bresiewitz
- Sam Donovan
- Jessica Lee Gagné
- Executive Producers:
- Dan Erickson
- Ben Stiller
- John Lesher
- Jackie Cohn
- Mark Friedman
- Beau Willimon
- Jordan Tappis
- Sam Donovan
- Caroline Baron
- Richard Schwartz
- Nicholas Weinstock
- Adam Scott
- Patricia Arquette
Buzz and Highlights
- The series continues to explore the dark and complex nature of severing memories between work and personal life.
- Ben Stiller’s involvement as both director and executive producer adds to the show’s appeal.
- The addition of new series regular Sarah Bock promises fresh dynamics and developments.
Production Notes
- Severance is produced by Fifth Season.
- The show’s innovative premise has set it apart in the crowded TV landscape, drawing comparisons to other high-concept series.
Closing Credits
Mark your calendars for January 17, as Severance returns to Apple TV+ with new episodes every Friday. Prepare for a season filled with suspense, mystery, and thought-provoking themes.
