Severance RECAP: Season 1

It's the mind-bending moody darkly funny new hit show from Apple TV about work-life balance. With Severance Season 2 confirmed, Recap all Season 1 right here!
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[@KeatingComedy]

The ending might be one of the single best season finales I have ever seen. Watching this recap gave me goosebumps

[@billijoebobbyjr]

For real I was on the edge of my seat for 43 minutes straight

[@yessir650]

I think westworld’s season 1 ending is the best, but this one is definitely up there and I wouldn’t argue with anyone who sees it as #1 - the whole thing is fantastic

[@martial8574]

Except if there is no season 2, cliffhanger ending suck

[@jacobludriks5793]

@@martial8574 season 2 in january 2025

[@jasperl.1721]

This show is way underpromoted and underrated. I strongly recommend anyone who enjoys suspense, thriller and sci-fi genre binge watch it. The atmosphere, worldbuilding and details are on point. It’s been renewed for season 2 for what it’s worth!

[@BullofCrete]

@Sam I'm with you on the "fuck capitalism" stuff but like, Parasite won best picture a few years ago. People aren't always good at picking up on the point behind films or shows.

[@ling636]

@Sam most in touch with reality anti capitalist ☝️

[@BullofCrete]

@Sam My point is that Parasite is so very obviously a critique of capitalism and economic inequality, and yet despite it getting big recognition at the Oscars, many people still don't realize what the film is about. And I think we'd both agree that movie and TV production is a capitalist industry. My point is that promoted or not, people often fail to pick up on anti-capitalist messages in anti-capitalist media, so that's not really a reason why a show wouldn't be underpromoted. Winning an Oscar is a pretty big promotion in my book anyway.

[@theMcWOPPER]

I'd say it's pretty well promoted, the cast has had several interviews with the cast and Ben. They have been on gma, Kimmel, Fallon, etc.

[@kjellvb1979]

@Sam I think it might be a way for the upper class to obfuscate, distract, or ignore their roles in regards to these issues, they can say "we understand" through their art, but they still won't change the system, they will sadly use it to profit and promote the status quo of the system further, as showing empathy or sympathy towards such plights of the common folk is good enough, any further would jeopardize profits. Maybe one of these days it will bite them in their own asses and a show, or movie, that is extremely popular with an anti-capitalist message will unite the middle/working/lower classes against the ruling class, being the catalyst that causes the masses to reject America's crony capitalism.... One can dream....

[@sandeepaweerasinghe120]

This series had one of the most intence ending sequences ever !!! I was litarally screaming at the end Dylan is the real MVP here

[@Poshcat]

If we'd watched it together it would have been crazy, because I was totally screaming too!

[@MrCrisisZ]

Except he could barely reach both handles and somehow he manages to hold it for a half hour... didn't make sense but I love this show

[@m4kky287]

the premises of this show were so good, that 2 minutes in you convinced me to watch the whole show ( and interrupt the recap), and here i am 8 hours later, after i've finished it, and the recap :D

[@dm1843]

Lol i did the exact same thing. Never would've even known about it if it wasn't for this channel

[@grayonthewater]

Lol after two episodes I was interested enough to wanna know what happens but not interested enough at actually watch it which is why I’m here

[@AMAli-ct5df]

There was an awesome trailer for it

[@user-nm5fg4ht3q]

just wondering have you watched it, cause it really is a great show :)

[@jakubklimek717]

"She's alive!" - he meant the wife, of course, but his family is going to think he meant their baby daughter. Brilliant show.

[@erenyeager4402]

No,As Mark was holding the photo of Gemma(Ms. casey) while shouting She's alive.

[@stubbornspirit4170]

Exactly. The photo

[@danny4489]

The last episode was so tense and suspenseful. Even up to the last line. I can't wait for Season 2.

[@Jackie245]

This show was so good. Even watching the recapped ending gave me the BatChest chills. Definitely worth the watch, loved the recap!

[@iyendeezont]

BatChest CHILLSSSS

[@Jackie245]

@@iyendeezont tru

[@notimcole]

yea

[@jokeruiner4481]

What is the batchest chills?

[@rishikeshsarangi1245]

BATCHEST

[@johnliem7786]

One of the best shows Ive watched so far. Cant wait for s2!

[@CSLintheCASINO]

…two years later and still waiting until next year.

[@wairimumukuria959]

Severance is pretty compelling. That recap was as per usual, fabulous 💪🏿 🇰🇪

[@2nd3rd1st]

I highly suggest to everyone not to spoil the show for themselves but actually watch it! The unravelling of character plots and secrets is extremely satisfying and you would rob yourself of a seriously brilliant show.

[@user-db8uy2lv3y]

Too late 😅

[@mAssbagflyer]

thank you so much for making this comment. it was an amazing season to watch and one of my favorite tv shows of all time already. im so glad i listened to this.

[@baydagan5225]

Thanks for this lol. I was around 3:47 when I decided to stop and just watch it for myself. Best decision.

[@2nd3rd1st]

@@mAssbagflyer 😀 nice

[@2nd3rd1st]

@@baydagan5225 Nice

[@rwallaceva]

MAN OF RECAPS!!!! I will not yell and scream like I usually do. The purpose of this comment is to express my sincere admiration of Severence. Worth the 4.99 month. Thank you for your time.

[@pieterhofkens7259]

Never heard of this, but I am sure you are going to convince me to watch it.

[@torquedawg13]

Never heard of this to

[@shivampradhan3645]

He did

[@domsheehan962]

Bro why you watching a recap before the show

[@sethdias5692]

Oh dude u gotta watch it….it’s fuckn amazing

[@umutteber7699]

@@domsheehan962 u dont always do that? No? Shit i guess im just a weirdo

[@dm1843]

Found this show thanks to this recap. Thank you so much, I absolutely loved it. Probably the best season finale I've ever seen.

[@bernardolino3724]

I just finished watching it and was thinking "man I do hope Man of Recaps does a recap of this when season 2 is out..." AND IT'S ALREADY HERE! Appreciate it man, luv your recaps! Sometimes I watch something already thinking about the recap ❤ Keep up the good work, mate!

[@shakaama]

Mr. Milchik is the best character in the entire show. His title isn't exactly known, since he seems to be the mr fixit, even kicking out the severance supervisor, and ordering the security guy.

[@yordankrushkov8488]

Watched the recap a month ago and it gave me really good impression. So finally decided to watch it and to my surprise your entertaining recap didn't spoil me in the slightest. So still enjoyed the twists. Thanks for reviewing the good series.

[@jeffmyers9696]

I am SO glad you did this.

[@DarriannMariee]

So glad you posted this. I’ve been trying to see what the hell this show is about but have been too lazy to watch it. I just love your recaps 😭🥹🥰

[@nicholasmasi9699]

This is literally one of the best shows I've ever seen.

[@baniyani2923]

Please please please pleaaase watch this show, I was hesitant to at first as I had already had some insight on what it was but I was so pleased that I decided to watch it. It is such a mind blowing show that needs wayyyy more recognition. I can’t wait for season 2

[@Dainurian]

Been watching your videos for years and just wanted to say that your recaps never disappoint. I can't fathom how much work goes into condensing so much content into a short and sweet video like this; thank you for all the great recaps!

[@luan77x]

Helley is a perfect example of COMMUNISM, if you are with who has the power you live like a king and you think that you know what is best for people and you think they are happy, but when you turn into people (helley R) you realise you are in a prison, doing whatever they want and living a miserable life. Amazing serie by the way

[@aaronwwilliams]

Hey I just finished this show this week after having it on my list for a couple months. Few days later my favorite recapper brings the goods. Thanks man.

[@chancellorlight3561]

Even after watching a recap I still want to watch the show

[@areyoufriendly]

You watched a recap of a show you have not yet seen? If so, why?

[@NeahMinto88]

Just cause ​@@areyoufriendly

[@AlexNichiporchik]

This show is destined to become a classic. It’s a deep dive into suffering, and the whole idea of free will and selfishness.

[@FilmCram]

Dude! great work - just recently watched this series and now its all I can think about! After working in a couple of office jobs, 'Hell' indeed!!

[@ManofRecaps]

Ha yes this series was an unexpected gem. I kept zoning out in the shower just thinking about it 🤔 🚿

[@ReeKay09]

“What are you doing? Get back to work!” - me whenever I catch myself daydreaming in the office.

[@dannigro8794]

Thanks for the recap, sometimes I have trouble following the show so it helps to watch the recap first even before the season finale. Keep it up man.

[@ikywTROUBLE]

the ending was so crazy WE NEED SEASON TWO NOWWWW

[@FossKhan]

This is one of my favorite shows if not favorite! Amazing recap as always!

[@Freshcornpop]

1 min in but sorry ill come back to watch this later the show actually sounds like it needs to be watched

[@adhirg]

it does. go watch it and come back! you won’t regret it.

[@elisagalliker2730]

I ususally love watching your recaps, especially on series I haven't watched before, but your retelling of this one sounded so good, I stopped two minutes in and went to watch the seris for real lol, I'll be back for the rest once I finish the whole thing I guess ;-) You are literally the best at recaps I have ever found

[@flavorwise3511]

From the premise, to the writing, to the acting, the liminal spaces, and a well crafted intro sequence. It's like Lost had a baby with the Backrooms and the Matrix. I can't say enough good things about this series. I have zero complaints. (other than the usual editing that makes it appear like people can cross a city in moments if they're a villain and need to interfere with your life)

[@mateodelafuente7320]

Easily one of the best shows I’ve seen this year for the finale alone. Seriously, go and watch this if you haven’t already. Incredibly underrated show!

[@luciafagundes7893]

Just watched this show this week and waiting badly for The esconde season!great show

[@michaellalli7693]

Can’t wait for season two, great show and characters- great recap thanks

[@bearkuda]

I saw this pop up a few times but didn't watch it, but damn! Thank you so much for this! I will have to binge it now!

[@tobee_gamer5816]

I know I’m 2 years late to say this but tysm, I had no idea what was happening at some parts

[@m.i.n.9000]

omg this looks like such a good series! I need!

[@Eretrending]

What you've not watched severence

[@Me-pi8vy]

This series must be worth a watch, thanks man of recaps!

[@unknownwarrior5672]

Its not

[@ohreallyeliza]

You are the absolute best at this! Thank you!

[@stealahb]

this feels like a cross between The Prisoner and Lost. i dig it. i'll watch it. many thanks.

[@walkswbears]

The series end made me think of how Breaking Bad seasons used to end 😅 such a good show.

[@MrDinokilla]

Just finished s1 of severance after 30 seconds of this video. My god that show is amazing, would recommend to anyone. Thanks for recapping this show otherwise I’d have never heard about it.

[@OptimusProvost]

I really hope this show keeps going strong. This has the potential to be an all time great!

[@joshuagakwaya1881]

Loved this show and you really did it justice

[@chancellorlight3561]

Nooo that was such a cliff hanger we need season 2 recap

[@nawazjunior5529]

I watched it yesterday and i was literally screaming MARKKKKKKKK ask for photographs,ask for photographs 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@dalriada]

We need a S2 so badly.

[@jefeking2117]

I love the man of recaps we like tha same shows we started off with the walking dead now look so proud of him

[@chilasohai9446]

Wow from the recap alone I can see this show is awesome hope it gets ss2

[@Saigeee333]

Best show on tv right now. I’m going to have to rewatch S1 before S2 comes out (please let that be this year!)

[@mariuszarszylo1476]

Highly underrated show.

[@quietearthMT78]

My favorite show this year!

[@valianes]

This show was a serious 10 out of 10 except that it was actually a 0 out of 10 for teasing a John Turturo/Christopher Walken makeout session and not paying off. Shameful! Give us the goods!

[@coolcreep]

I sometimes will start watching your recaps of things I haven't seen to check if they seem interesting, I did that here and I'm so glad I did! What an amazing season! I binged it in two days. I love this channel so much, keep up the good work!

[@IDigress]

This was such a good show, I recommend it to everyone

[@SuheebtheGoat]

Wow such an underrated show

[@morganrichardson8859]

I LOVED season 1 so much. Praying to Ben Still and Adam Scott - get us season 2 asap!!

[@AddeDaMan]

These recaps are the best

[@Baker19911]

Wow! I watched only 10 minutes of the first episode and stopped when it came out. You just convinced me to watch it all now!

[@kuklux6066]

I don't know how this gonna play out in Work From Home setup. Hope they'll do that in season 2 😅

[@areyoufriendly]

Short and accurate; great recap. I’m looking forward to season 2!

[@nonamesjustgames4147]

They must have tried really hard to make sure they didn’t explain anything while still keeping it fun to watch and also give enough room for theories

[@sloanlance]

I, and probably thousands of people without Apple TV+, thank you for this Severance recap.

[@bobsanders9114]

Okay, Man of Recaps, you did that brilliantly!!!! I'll check out others. NICE WORK.

[@PranavArrora]

Having an amazing script always works in favor, Severance is the biggest example of 2022 so far!!! What. A. Show!!!

[@refahel]

🥳 Today it was announced that season 2 will arrive on January 17, 2025

[@jawswasnevermyscene4258]

And here we all gather after the announcement

[@stephaniejimenez7876]

loved this show, i was just re-watching your recaps on the handmaid's tale, cheers from Honduras

[@ghajik.]

Severance and Silo are two shows I love more than anythinig.

[@blockchainbreakdown2009]

Can Not Wait for season 2!!!!!

[@flyingtomatosauce3528]

The energy on Saying the Guy raising baby goats was Absolutely hillarious

[@dakotawallace5921]

everyone in the comments: THIS SHOW IS WORTH THE WATCH!!! ITS FUCKING BRILLIANT!!

[@Mr94529452]

It's like their memory while watching the show was a severed from the rest. Because it was awfully boring.

[@CURTSPEARS375]

half of these show I never watch or heard of until I watch your channel. can't wait for season 2.

[@user-jd4fg7dq7j]

Great recap, as always!

[@JustinEmlay]

I remember the finale being gut wrenching! Hally got shut down and to find out your wife is alive but stuck back inside...ugh.

[@cassidym.7687]

One of the best shows ever made. Seriously impressive writing and cinematography, heavily recommend everyone actually watch it as well.

[@shmookins]

What an amazing show, and amazing recap. I just hope they don't pull a reset for S2. But if they don't, things are too hot and I don't know what they'll do. Fantastic show. I am hooked!

[@richtea87]

An amazing show! Loved this recap!

[@user-uf3zu4ci5h]

i want to watch it now

[@whiteRiceSupremacist]

Holy crap I couldn't breathe in the last 30 seconds of the video. This show is good. Thank you for the recap, I don't have the time to watch series 😢

[@that.canadian.vaper.guyTCVG]

I'm a simple man. I see a show that Man of Recaps does a recap on, I watch that show.

[@arnoldsherrill2585]

This is like what would happen if you mixed the best ofblack mirror, the outer limits, the prisoner, and the office., In a blender, and your mind consumed the results

[@hollyjewels787]

Anything this show teaches me.. that part of you ..you think is not real.. IS real.. because the ending as WILD. Like Mark, they are both trying to figure out what's happening Dylon he is a FATHER and it came out of him when he discovered he is a father. Burt? He's gay and you can't severance that out of him and Helly stubborn.. both side of the same coin.

[@Play3rB]

One of my favorite yt pages

[@valentinoaditya2458]

I thought if this was gonna be some shitty metaphor about work I was gonna explode, but turned out it's coming to sense by the end of the season. Everything that seemed to be just allegorical can be explained. Including what macrodata do, I have a pretty good guess about that.

[@ElegantArtist123]

Explain pls

[@valentinoaditya2458]

@@ElegantArtist123 oh the explanation is nothing fancy. It's just something to keep them busy. They are not part of the department that produce something. They are the product.

[@chandler21_jr]

She is Aliveeeeeeeeee!!!!!

[@Ausare911]

You ARE the Man of Recaps!

[@KnightofDuroch]

I just bulleted thru the season in like 3 days. Good lord.

[@JMart6]

Great recap! I just finished the season and man what an awesome show. Must watch!

[@henryross3891]

I started watching these videos for the recaps, now I just watch them to hear him talk

[@jelloo7845]

Just finished the show yesterday..the last episode was insane!

[@Jmf2208]

Petition for you to change your name to GOAT of recaps lmao

[@GiftReginald-xd8ic]

This series is so good

[@Ricangal]

Their desk configuration seen from above is in the shape of a a swastika.

[@NannaP27]

I've never even heard of this show! It seems really good! Will there be a recap for Obi Wan or can we just watch the recaps for Star Wars, Boba Fett & Mando?

[@bound210]

🔥🔥do the show “From” pls

[@eva_marie633]

This is a GREAT, quick recap! Thanks!

[@shreyaschavan8851]

Is this what Rick and Morty night person episode was based ?