New York City’s Grand Central Station turned into the world of “Severance” on Tuesday, Jan. 14. The cast of the hit series brought Lumon Industries to life during an eye-catching promotional event.
Actors Adam Scott, Britt Lower, Zach Cherry and Tramell Tillman portrayed their characters in a glass-enclosed replica of the Lumon office. Director and executive producer Ben Stiller also attended, capturing the event and interacting with fans.
The typically bustling terminal became a stage as commuters paused to watch the cast perform eerily mundane office routines, seemingly unaware of the crowd surrounding them.
Before the event, fake Lumon employees populated the desk setup, adding to the immersive experience. Stiller teased the event earlier that day, posting, “Rush hour today should be interesting.”
What is “Severance”?
“Severance” is a dystopian psychological thriller that explores the balance between work and personal life. Its surveillance and corporate control themes were symbolized by staging the event in a glass box in a busy public area.
The series is set in a world where employees at Lumon Industries undergo a “severance” procedure, splitting their memories and consciousness into two separate identities. Their “innie” represents their work self, while their “outie” is their personal self.
Fans of “Severance” have waited nearly three years since the season one cliffhanger. Season two of the Apple TV+ hit premieres Friday, Jan. 17.
