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Apple TV drama hailed by viewers as ‘one of the most captivating series they have ever watched’ returns for new season – but fans only have a few days to catch up with the action so far

Apple TV drama hailed by viewers as ‘one of the most captivating series they have ever watched’ returns for new season – but fans only have a few days to catch up with the action so far

Apple TV viewers are gearing up for the much-anticipated return of a drama described as ‘one of the most captivating series they have ever watched’.

The science fiction thriller arrived in 2022 for a rollercoaster opening run consisting of nine hour-long episodes which all proved a hit among critics and audience alike. 

And two years on, TV fans remain captivated by Severance, with viewers citing its zany storylines, unusual script and star-studded cast.

The series tracked Mark Scout, played by Adam Scott, who underwent a ‘severance’ procedure which enabled him ‘to sever his memories between his work life and his personal life’, a process which inevitably reached complications as the series went on.

The show also featured Patricia Arquetter, John Torturro and Christopher Walken in key roles and was directed by Hollywood star Ben Stiller and Irish director Aoife McArdle.

With season two just three days away, fans have been rushing to either revisit the dystopian drama’s opening series or cram its episodes in for the first time, and the rave reviews for the series have kept coming. 

Apple TV viewers are gearing up for the much-anticipated return of a drama described as 'one of the most captivating series they have ever watched'

Apple TV viewers are gearing up for the much-anticipated return of a drama described as ‘one of the most captivating series they have ever watched’

Two years on, TV fans remain captivated by Severance, with viewers citing its zany storylines, unusual script and star-studded cast

Two years on, TV fans remain captivated by Severance, with viewers citing its zany storylines, unusual script and star-studded cast

The series tracked Mark Scout, played by Adam Scott (left), who underwent a 'severance' procedure which enabled him 'to sever his memories between his work life and his personal life'

The series tracked Mark Scout, played by Adam Scott (left), who underwent a ‘severance’ procedure which enabled him ‘to sever his memories between his work life and his personal life’

One Rotten Tomatoes user said: ‘One of the most captivating series I have watched in a long time!’

Another mesmerised viewer added: ‘A true masterpiece and absolute must-watch for almost anyone.’

A third posted: ‘Severance is simply one of the best shows I’ve ever seen in my life. Nearly everything about it, all of the decisions they made, are perfect. Truly some incredible acting, especially from Adam Scott. I love how you’re brought into the world that Lumon exists in and the way you learn about all of its quirks. 

‘There’s an element of absurdism that’s very enjoyable, almost in the sense of something you’d see in a Yorgos or Ari Aster film. Maybe, for some people, it could come off as pretentious, but if anything it’s addicting and deliciously dark.’

Another impressed user said: ‘I really enjoyed this season and cant wait for season 2. It kept me on the edge of my seat and I ended up binging the entire season in one day.’

One viewer added: ‘Absolutely magnificent. It had me captivated from the first episode. Superb casting, acting and narrative. The plot twists and turn so expertly it will keep you guessing and the pay offs do not disappoint. Really looking forward to see where this goes in season 2.’

Severance boasts a remarkable 97 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes among critics, with viewers also loving it and handing the show a 88 per cent score.

It cleaned up during the awards season too, receiving 14 Primetime Emmy nominations and scooping gongs at the Peabody Awards, Art Directors Guild Awards and Writers Guild of America awards. 

Fans have been rushing to either revisit the dystopian drama's opening series or cram its episodes in for the first time, and the rave reviews for the show have kept coming

Fans have been rushing to either revisit the dystopian drama’s opening series or cram its episodes in for the first time, and the rave reviews for the show have kept coming

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Main character Mark is unable to access memories to do with his personal life while he is at work on the ‘severed floor’ and vice versa. 

This arrangement is thrown into disarray when he is contacted by a now-dismissed work best friend within his personal life, which causes him to delve deeper.

Season two is now on the horizon and promises an exciting set of 10 new episodes, which have already cost a reported $200million (£164m) combined and will follow directly from where the first series left off, according to director Ben.

The synopsis for the show’s latest run says: ‘In season two, Mark and his friends learn the dire consequences of trifling with the severance barrier, leading them further down a path of woe.’

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