One of the best seasons of modern television, Severance is a gripping sci-fi psychological thriller that dives into the unsettling concept of separating work life from personal life—literally. 

The premise centers around Lumon Industries, a mysterious corporation that has developed a procedure called “severance,” which surgically divides an employee’s brain into two distinct states: one for their work self (the “innie”) and one for their personal self (the “outie”). The two selves are completely unaware of each other, creating a chilling disconnection between work and personal life. At work, employees have no memories of their outside lives, and when they’re at home, they have no idea what happens during the workday. With some incredible set design, acting, and a unique aesthetic, Severance is top notch.

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In this fresh new trailer, we see Adam Scott’s Mark Scout once again navigating the eerie, sterile corridors of Lumon Industries. Picking up after the explosive revelations of season one, Mark’s innie—who was exposed to the outside world—finds himself back at work, but this time surrounded by new, unfamiliar colleagues in the places once occupied by Helly (Britt Lower), Irving (John Turturro), and Dylan (Zach Cherry). The unsettling presence of his manager Milchick (Tramell Tillman) only adds to the tension, as Mark is greeted with balloons featuring his face and an unsettling celebration.

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Fans of Severance have been anxiously awaiting this new chapter, especially after the first season’s mind-bending cliffhanger, one of the most intense, jaw-dropping and tension-inducing episodes of television we’ve ever experienced. So good.

The show, which first premiered in February 2022, struck a chord with viewers for its chilling exploration of work-life balance and corporate control, blending dystopian themes with emotional depth. The production of season two faced delays due to the Hollywood strikes and some reported creative conflicts, but fans are now counting down the days to its return.

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What makes Severance so compelling is its ability to mix philosophical questions with edge-of-your-seat tension, all wrapped in an unsettling corporate aesthetic. The second season promises to dive even deeper into the mysteries of Lumon Industries, the true nature of the severance procedure, and whether Mark will succeed in freeing his colleagues—or be pulled back into compliance.

Severance Season 2 will premiere on January 17, 2025. The 10-episode season will unfold weekly, with new episodes dropping every Friday through March 21.

LFG.