Exclusive | Severance - Season 1

Severance Season 1, which debuted on Apple TV+ in early 2022, is a masterclass in psychological science fiction and workplace satire. Directed by Ben Stiller and Aoife McArdle and created by Dan Erickson, the series explores a world where a medical procedure allows employees to surgically divide their memories between their work and personal lives. The Premise: A Literal Work-Life Split

The story centers on , a mysterious mega-corporation that utilizes "severance" technology. Severance - Season 1

: While pitched as a way to achieve perfect work-life balance, the reality is far darker. For the "innie," life is a continuous loop of labor with no weekends, sleep, or family. Key Characters and Cast Severance Season 1, which debuted on Apple TV+

: When an employee enters the office, their "innie" persona activates—a version of themselves that only exists within the office walls and has no memory of the outside world. Conversely, the "outie" version lives a normal life but has no idea what they actually do at work. : While pitched as a way to achieve