Severance, a highly-rated science fiction series, continues to captivate viewers with its intense narrative. Following the success of its first season, the show returned for a gripping second season, solidifying its place as Apple TV+’s most-watched program. With a third season officially in development, creator Dan Erickson and producer Ben Stiller aim to maintain the storyline’s momentum. Fans can expect more revelations as Mark Scout and his companions delve deeper into the implications of their unique dissociative experiences.
As a standout series of the 2020s, this captivating fiction has earned an impressive 4.4 out of 5 rating from viewers, solidifying its status as one of the finest science fiction shows in recent memory.
Lauded by audiences and critics alike, the inaugural season of Severance made a significant impact on popular culture and delighted fans who eagerly anticipated the next chapter from creator Dan Erickson and producer Ben Stiller.
Three years later, the audience was treated to a more intense second season, which catapulted the series to become the most-watched show on Apple TV+. But does this immense popularity ensure a bright future for the series?
What’s Next for ‘Severance’? Is Season 3 on the Horizon?
In the second season of Severance, we follow Mark Scout (played by Adam Scott) along with his companions Dylan George (Zach Cherry), Irving Bailiff (John Turturro), and Helly R. (Britt Lower) as they realize the serious implications of their dissociative state.
This surgical procedure, which separates their professional memories from personal ones through a chip implanted in their brains, has dramatically altered their lives.
Within the workplace, they are known as ‘Inters’ (innies), and once they leave, they become ‘Exters’ (outies) with no recollection of their work life, and the reverse holds true as well.
However, driven by their determination and bravery, Mark and his friends start to unveil numerous hidden truths, leading to mind-blowing twists in season 2, culminating in an explosive finale.
In exciting news, Apple TV+ has officially greenlit a third season of the show, confirming that the journey of Mark and his friends is far from over. Fans are already buzzing with anticipation for what comes next.
Behind the Scenes: Season 3 of ‘Severance’ is Underway
Ben Stiller is already hard at work on the third season. The producer shared insights with Collider, expressing his commitment to the storyline:
‘You have a responsibility to the audience to ensure that you are going somewhere with this series. It has always been a priority for us to understand where it is leading us.’
‘Apple has been very supportive of this idea and has been sensitive to the story, without saying: ‘Well, this is something that must last as long as it is a success.’ The series should last as long as the story continues, and that is an idea we have in mind, and we are working on it as we start developing season 3.’
Shortly after, Ben Stiller confirmed to Hollywood Reporter that a team of writers has been assembled, with Apple’s backing, to develop the upcoming season.
Anticipating the Release of Season 3 of ‘Severance’
Will fans face another lengthy wait for season 3 of Severance? The production of the previous season was prolonged due to the global pandemic and the Hollywood writers’ and actors’ strikes, among other factors.
Dan Erickson, the mind behind Severance, revealed to Gizmodo that the first season also took about three years to come to life. Since the show wasn’t anticipated back then, fans didn’t feel the wait as acutely.
However, he remains optimistic that the third season will be developed more swiftly. ‘[We] are always looking to refine the process, to take what works and leave what doesn’t, and to simplify things.’ He added, ‘So I hope that if there is a season 3, it will be sooner.’
Both seasons of ‘Severance’ are currently available for streaming on Apple TV+.