Severance is everybody’s latest Apple TV+ obsession. Instantly renewed for a second season, the show is masterfully guided by its mysterious storyline, sharp writing, and all-star cast. Directed by Ben Stiller, the drama features Adam Scott and Patricia Arquette as lead actors and producers, as well as Dichen Lachman, Christopher Walken, and Britt Lower in major roles.
As one would expect, this cast didn’t magically come together by itself. The Prime Emmy Award-winning casting director Rachel Tenner took on the challenge, having previously led the casting teams for Fargo, Upload, and Netflix’s most-watched movie Red Notice. Tenner has been a longtime collaborator with Ben Stiller, having first met him on set of The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. She told us that working with him is a “no brainer” and complimented his “great taste.” Game Rant had the opportunity to ask the skilled creative a few questions about pulling together the cast of Severance.
On the most challenging character to cast:
On casting Mark and Helly:
On chemistry reads with Adam Scott and Patricia Arquette:
Severance is currently streaming on Apple TV+.
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