The hit Apple TV+ series Severance is getting ready for its third season. Many fans were surprised when they learned that Ben Stiller would not be directing any episodes this time. But Adam Scott, who plays Mark Scout on the show, has now spoken up to clear things up. He shared that Stiller is not going away from the project. In fact, Stiller remains a big part of the team even if he is not in the director’s chair.
Scott made these comments during an interview at the Canneseries event. He was there to receive the Canal+ Icon Award for his work on the show. The actor wanted to tell everyone that there is nothing to worry about. He explained that Stiller is still working hard on the series. According to Scott, Stiller helps with the writing and the planning of the story. This news comes at a time when fans are very eager to know what happens next after the big ending of season two.
Ben Stiller Steps Back to Work on Other Movies
The main reason Ben Stiller is not directing season three is because he has other projects to finish. He is getting ready to direct a World War II movie. This film is about a pilot who was shot down in France and his work with the French Resistance. This will be Stiller’s first time directing a feature film in nearly ten years, following Zoolander 2.
Stiller has also been busy with a documentary about his famous parents, Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara. He explained to the Los Angeles Times that he is at a point in his life where he wants to do many different things. At 60 years old, he feels that time is moving fast and he wants to make these movies now. Despite this break from directing, Stiller has promised that he loves the show and plans to come back to direct future seasons.
Adam Scott Knows the Full Story of Severance
Adam Scott does not just act in Severance. He is also an executive producer on the show. Because of this role, he is in every important meeting about the story. Scott told Variety that he talks with creator Dan Erickson and the writers all the time. He said he knows exactly how the whole series will end. This gives him a big advantage when he plays his character.
Oh, yes. I’m an executive producer on the show, so I’m involved in all of it. We talk with the writers and Dan all the time. I know everything about what’s going on. As an actor I like having as much information as possible. It’s going to be great. There are so many surprises. I cant wait to shoot it.
— Adam Scott on his role in planning Severance season 3
Scott admitted that he had to work hard to get this role in the first place. He said he had to prove to Apple that he could do the job. The show was a big investment for the streaming service, so they needed to be sure. Now that he is part of the producing team, he makes sure the story stays on the right track.
Ben Stiller Still Active Behind the Scenes
Even though Ben Stiller is not directing, he has not left the building. Adam Scott made this very clear in his recent interview. He said that Stiller is still very involved in the show. Scott mentioned that the cast and crew have not worked together for over two years. They finished shooting season two a long time ago, and everyone misses each other.
Ben is still very involved in the show. It’s going to be great. You know, it’s been over two years since we finished shooting Season 2. We’re all anxious to get back. We miss each other.
— Adam Scott addressing Ben Stiller’s role in season 3
Stiller himself has also spoken about this on social media. He wrote on X that he has been working full time on season three for the past eight months. He told fans not to worry because he is not going anywhere. He called season three the best yet and said he looks forward to directing the show again at some point. So fans can rest easy knowing that the main creative force is still guiding the ship.
Kogonada Joins as the New Director for Season 3
So who is taking over the director role? Kogonada, the filmmaker known for movies like Columbus and After Yang, will direct most of the episodes in season three. He is not new to television or to Apple. He has directed episodes of Pachinko on Apple TV+ as well as Star Wars: The Acolyte on Disney+. His latest film, Yi, came out at the Sundance Film Festival in 2026.
This is a big change for the show, but many see it as a good move. Kogonada brings a strong visual style and deep storytelling skills. He has worked on big projects before, so he knows how to handle a show as complex as Severance. The writing team is also getting some new members. Eli Jorne and Mary Laws are joining as co-showrunners alongside Dan Erickson for the third season.
What Fans Are Saying About the Update
Fans of Severance are very excited about this news. Many took to social media to share their thoughts after Adam Scott’s interview came out. One fan on X said that most shows feel like they are making up the story as they go. But knowing that the lead actor has the full picture means the payoff for the mysteries will be very good. Another fan joked that Adam Scott knows everything while the rest of the viewers are still walking around like confused innies.
There is also a lot of trust in Ben Stiller. Since he has been part of the show from the start, fans believe he will not let the quality drop. The fact that he stays on as an executive producer gives everyone confidence. People are also curious to see what Kogonada will bring to the show. His style is different from Stiller’s, but many think a fresh pair of eyes could make season three even more special.
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The Long Wait for Season 3
The cast and crew finished shooting season two over two years ago. Season two of Severance was one of the biggest shows of 2025. It received 27 Emmy nominations, which shows how much people loved it. The season ended on a very big cliffhanger. Fans have been waiting a long time to find out what happens next. This wait has made people very hungry for any news about season three.
Adam Scott said the whole team is anxious to get back to work. They all miss working together. Scott also talked about how hard the cast works on the show. He mentioned that the elevator scenes where Mark switches between his innie and outie took hundreds of tries to get right. Ben Stiller even kept an elevator set on the side so they could practice whenever they had a few minutes free.
Now that the plans for season three are set, the next step is to start shooting. With Kogonada ready to direct and Stiller supervising from the producer role, the show is moving forward. Adam Scott teased that there are so many surprises waiting for the audience. He said he cannot wait to start filming and bring the next chapter of the story to life.
