'Severance' Cast Promotes Season 2 in Full Character at Grand Central Station, New York – Details

The world of "Severance" broke into reality as cast members performed in character inside a glass cubicle, surprising New Yorkers with a live office scene to promote season two.

The cast of Apple TV+'s hit thriller series "Severance" brought their mysterious workplace drama to life with an immersive pop-up event at New York's Grand Central Station, sparking a wave of online buzz.

Adam Scott, Britt Lower, Zach Cherry, and Tramell Tillman, who portray Lumon Industries employees on the show, appeared in full character on Tuesday (January 14, 2025), as part of a unique promotional campaign for the upcoming second season.

In a striking installation, a glass-enclosed cubicle set resembling the sterile office from Lumon Industries was placed inside the bustling train station.

The actors sat at desks inside the recreation, pretending to work while ignoring the large crowd gathered outside the glass. Adam Scott, who plays Mark S. in the series, was seen vacuuming the carpet and interacting with his fellow cast members as if they were still in the fictional world of the show.

Patricia Arquette, who plays the enigmatic Lumon manager Harmony Cobel, also made a surprise appearance at the event. Fans captured videos of the actress walking around the pop-up set, fully embracing the eerie tone that has made "Severance" a critical success.

Director and executive producer Ben Stiller was present as well, filming moments from the event on his phone. In one video clip shared online, a person could be heard telling Stiller they were a fan of his work. Stiller smiled as he took in the scene, which drew enthusiastic reactions from commuters and fans alike.

The "Severance" pop-up quickly went viral on social media platforms, with fans sharing footage and expressing their excitement about seeing the cast and crew in person. On X (formerly Twitter), users posted photos and videos of the event, with many praising the creative approach to promoting the series.

One user wrote, "severance might be the best show ever made [sic]." Another praised the marketing campaign, saying, "The cast of 'Severance' in a live theater experience at the Grand Central Terminal in New York has got to be the best marketing stunt ever made for a tv [sic] show."

The unique setup captured fans' imaginations, with some already pledging to check out the series. "10/10 advertising. Will check out for this alone," one comment read.

Others appreciated the creative execution of the event, linking the show's themes to its marketing. "i actually have a crazy amount of thoughts about the severance actors playing their characters in a public glass box with fans everywhere filming, to market a show that is about privacy, identity, and what it means to be a person under constant surveillance. just genius [sic]," another user observed.

Fans expressed their excitement for the second season in comments like, "can't wait for friday severance I've missed you [sic]!" and another one reading, "sooooo excited for the new season [sic]."

Many users shared their love for the show and discussed how the pop-up renewed their anticipation. "The cast of severance chilling in a glass tank in the middle of grand central is the type of entertainment marketing I've MISSED I feel so FULL [sic]," one fan wrote.

Another user reflected on the lasting impact of the first season. "I was late to the party, but severance is one of the best shows I've ever seen. Finished it about two weeks ago and can't stop thinking about it! Let's go season 2 [sic]!!"

Fans eagerly awaiting the return of "Severance" won't have to wait much longer. The second season is set to debut globally on Apple TV+ on January 17, 2025. Apple TV+ officially announced the release date on July 10, 2024, through a 40-second teaser video that hinted at the mysteries ahead.

The new season will consist of 10 episodes, one more than the first season, with new episodes dropping every Friday through March 21, 2025.

The release schedule follows a weekly format, with each episode becoming available at midnight on Thursday nights (or early Friday morning, depending on the viewer's time zone).

According to Apple TV+ and Deadline, the new season will delve even deeper into corporate culture, the ethics of the severance procedure, and the ongoing quest of Mark and his colleagues to uncover the truth behind their mysterious jobs.

In "Severance," Scott's character, Mark, leads a team of office workers at Lumon Industries whose memories are surgically split between their work and personal lives.

The plot intensifies when a former colleague shows up outside of work, prompting Mark and his team to embark on a dangerous journey to uncover what they truly do at Lumon.

The series has been highly praised for its exploration of work-life balance, corporate ethics, and identity, holding an IMDB rating of 8.7/10.

The official trailer for season 2 was released on December 7, 2024, giving fans a sneak peek into what lies ahead. The tense, atmospheric trailer teased more of Lumon Industries' dark secrets, along with deeper storylines involving Mark and his "innie" and "outie" personas.

Ben Stiller, the mastermind behind the series, spoke about the long-awaited season during an appearance on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" on January 10, 2025. Stiller acknowledged the delay in production, largely due to the dual strikes in Hollywood, and expressed gratitude to fans for their patience.

Colbert, known for his humor, joked with Stiller, "I wasn't patient at all. I said some terrible things about you." Stiller responded with a laugh before discussing how his wife, Christine Taylor, and their children watch the show.

"Christine and my kids are sort of the test audience for the show. So, I'll show them episodes while we are in process and get their feedback," he revealed.

During the interview, Stiller also mentioned a new podcast that he and Scott launched to engage fans in the lead-up to season 2. The podcast features a rewatch of each episode from the first season, a trend Stiller hopes to continue with future seasons.

In a separate interview with The New York Times, the 59-year-old actor and comedian provided more insight into the direction of the show, confirming that the creators have mapped out the series' ending.

When asked if he could share any spoilers, Stiller declined but hinted at the show's deeper themes. "In my mind, the series has always been about Mark and his innie and his outie, and the ultimate destination for both of them," he said.

The Grand Central Station pop-up event brought "Severance's" unique concept to life, blending the show's themes of identity and surveillance with an innovative marketing approach.

With the cast appearing in character and fans eagerly awaiting the January 17 premiere, the immersive stunt has further fueled excitement for the highly anticipated second season on Apple TV+.