Apple TV+ renews Severance for Season 3; Ben Stiller won't direct
The gist
Apple TV+ has renewed Severance for a third season, its most-watched series.
Ben Stiller is stepping back from directing the show.
How it unfolded
- May 2025The writers' room for Season 3 is underway in Los Angeles, with Ben Stiller flying to the West Coast every 10 days or so and Adam Scott routinely popping in.
- Dec 8, 2025Ben Stiller confirms he will not direct Season 3, stepping away to focus on other commitments, including a World War II project.
- Nov 1, 2026Apple TV+ officially renews Severance for Season 3; the show is described as the most-watched TV series on Apple.