If you are hooked on Apple TV+'s mind-bending show Severance you are definitely not alone. The show's creepy office vibes twisty plot and amazing cast have got everyone talking. Season 2 is diving even deeper into the mysteries of Lumon Industries and the whole severance procedure. So let's take a moment to appreciate the actors who bring these unforgettable characters to life. Seriously the cast of Severance is next-level.
The MDR Dream Team: Meet the Severed Floor Squad and the Actors Who Play Them
The Macrodata Refinement (MDR) team is at the heart of Severance. These are the innies who spend their entire work existence on the severed floor. Let's get to know them:
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Adam Scott as Mark Scout (Mark S.)
Adam Scott plays Mark the seemingly ordinary Lumon employee who is trying to navigate life after loss both inside and outside of work. As Mark S. he's inquisitive and starts questioning everything at Lumon. Scott perfectly captures Mark's quiet intensity and growing unease as he uncovers Lumon's secrets.
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Britt Lower as Helly Riggs (Helly R.)
Britt Lower is Helly the defiant new innie who shakes things up from day one. Helly R. is rebellious questioning and determined to escape the severed floor. Lower's performance is captivating as she portrays Helly's fierce spirit and refusal to conform to Lumon's bizarre rules.
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John Turturro as Irving Bailiff (Irving B.)
John Turturro portrays Irving the rule-following and dedicated Lumon employee who starts to explore hidden depths. Irving B. is initially very by-the-book but Turturro subtly reveals his innie's vulnerability and longing for connection especially with Burt G.
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Zach Cherry as Dylan George (Dylan G.)
Zach Cherry is Dylan the productivity-obsessed innie who is motivated by rewards and small victories. Dylan G. provides much of the show's comedic relief but Cherry also brings a surprising intensity to Dylan as he grapples with the realities of his severed existence and hints of his outie life.
Beyond MDR: Key Players in the Lumon Universe and the Talented Actors Behind Them
Severance is not just about the MDR team. There are other crucial characters who impact the innies' world and add layers to the mystery:
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Patricia Arquette as Harmony Cobel/Mrs. Selvig
Patricia Arquette delivers a truly unforgettable performance as Harmony Cobel Lumon's stern and enigmatic supervisor. As Mrs. Selvig Cobel's outie persona Arquette is equally unsettling and nosy neighbor. Arquette masterfully portrays Cobel's fanatical devotion to Lumon and her complex motivations which Season 2 explores further.
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Dichen Lachman as Gemma/Ms. Casey
Dichen Lachman plays Gemma Mark's presumed-dead wife who is shockingly revealed to be alive but trapped within Lumon as wellness counselor Ms. Casey. Lachman is captivating as she portrays both the seemingly gentle Ms. Casey and the deeply tragic and experimented-on Gemma. Her performance in Season 2 especially episode 8 exploring Gemma’s fragmented selves is powerful.
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Tramell Tillman as Seth Milchick
Tramell Tillman is the ever-present and unsettling Seth Milchick the floor manager who enforces Lumon's rules with a creepy smile. Tillman perfectly embodies Milchick's unsettling cheerfulness and underlying menace making him a character you love to hate and are constantly wary of.
The Power of Performance: How the Cast Makes Severance So Captivating
What makes Severance truly work is the incredible acting across the board. The cast manages to portray the subtle differences between innies and outies making you believe they are both the same person and completely different individuals at the same time. The nuances in their performances from subtle shifts in demeanor to changes in body language are astounding. They capture the show's eerie and unsettling tone perfectly.
The chemistry between the MDR team is fantastic. You really buy into their office dynamic their camaraderie and their growing rebellion. And the performances from Arquette Tillman and Lachman add layers of mystery and intrigue keeping you guessing about their true intentions and the secrets they hold.
Meet the Cast of Severance Season 2: A Quick Guide
- Adam Scott: Mark Scout (Mark S.)
- Britt Lower: Helly Riggs (Helly R.)/Helena Eagan
- John Turturro: Irving Bailiff (Irving B.)
- Zach Cherry: Dylan George (Dylan G.)
- Patricia Arquette: Harmony Cobel/Mrs. Selvig
- Dichen Lachman: Gemma/Ms. Casey
- Tramell Tillman: Seth Milchick
- Jen Tullock: Devon Scout
- Michael Chernus: Ricken Hale
- Christopher Walken: Burt Goodman (Burt G.)
- Ólafur Darri Ólafsson: Mr. Drummond
- Sarah Bock: Ms. Huang
- James Le Gros: Hampton
- Michael Siberry: Jame Eagan
Beyond the Severance Floor: The Cast's Impact and What's Next
The cast of Severance is not just acting they are embodying these complex characters and making us deeply invested in their fates. They elevate the show beyond just a sci-fi thriller to a thought-provoking exploration of identity work and what it means to be human. As Season 2 unfolds expect even more amazing performances and shocking revelations from this stellar ensemble. If you are not watching Severance yet the cast alone is reason enough to tune in and get severed.