Severance Season 2 Episode 5 will have a nasty "betrayal," says the actress who plays Helly/Helena

Severance fans are in for more shocks on Season 2 Episode 5, as actress Britt Lower, who plays Helly/Helena, has teased an emotional storm. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, Lower said,

"The rage and betrayal that [Helly] feels is justified."

This sets the stage for a showdown following the reveals from Episode 4.

The twist was that Helly was Helena as she used the Glasgow Block, which left everyone's jaws on the floor. This had a ripple effect, especially for Irving who got fired on the spot, no ifs, or buts. The next Severance episode will see Helly having to deal with the reality of what Helena's been up to in her body.

It's going to be a battle between who's in control and who gave permission for what in the messed-up world of Lumon, and its violating tech.

Meanwhile, Apple TV’s synopsis teases that:

"Tensions emerge after the team suffers a loss. Outie Mark makes a breakthrough."

With all these different plotlines coming together, it seems like episode 5 is going to be yet another key episode of Severance.

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Helly vs. Helena on Severance Season 2 Episode 5

The revelation that Helly is Helena Eagan has taken the Severance fanbase by storm, though we had theorized for a while that this was true. Throughout the show, Helly has been a symbol of resistance, a fiery spirit that never backs down from Lumon's control. Her sudden passivity in the early part of Severance Season 2 had some viewers feeling suspicious.

Looking back, fans have noticed subtle hints scattered in the storyline, like her using very corporate language and not being as eager to break free from Lumon's grasp as you'd expect. Now, as Helly R. reclaims the driver's seat of her story, the promise of "rage and betrayal" has everyone on edge.

Mark's had an emotional journey on Severance, connecting with Helly. This hits him hard because he's put a lot of faith in her. And she's become an important person in his life. So, how will Mark handle finding out that the woman he's grown to care for and love has been keeping such a huge secret?

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Mark’s breakthrough will be a turning point for the Innies on Severance Season 2 Episode 5

While Helly is dealing with her crisis about who she really is, Apple TV gives us a sneak peek into episode 5, hinting that "Outie Mark" is about to have a big moment, most likely about Gemma, his thought-to-be-dead wife. This could mean he's making progress as he puts the pieces of his life together. We saw something shift when Mark reunited with Asal Reghabi in episode 3, and it seems his path to understanding is taking off.

Fans have been guessing that this might have to do with his learning more about Lumon, the company that separates his work and home life. Mark’s quest to figure out what’s going on could be a big turning point in the story since it looks like he’s starting to see how his work and personal lives might be linked in a way that could threaten the control Lumon Industries has over everyone.

With Irving not there, Innies need to make fast decisions. This new information could be just what they need to start pushing back against the company.

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Season 2 Episode 5 will be a Valentine's Day treat on Apple TV+.