What should you watch now that Severance Season 2 is over? Here are some recommendations

Wondering what to watch after Severance Season 2? Read on! (Image via Apple TV+)
Wondering what to watch after Severance Season 2? Read on! (Image via Apple TV+)

If you've just finished Severance Season 2 and feel that post-show void, you're not alone. Not a lot of shows hit the same way that Severance did. It's so thoughtful, so well-paced, so intentional at every step. While its thorny twists are tricky to replicate, there are other series that can satisfy your craving for dystopian undertones and psychological depth.

Whether you're in the mood for another spooky sci-fi thriller, a brainy thriller, or a story that will keep you guessing, we've got the top picks for you from us at SoapCentral.

From Dark's timelines to the psychological breakdown of Mr. Robot, many such shows require attention and multiple watch-throughs. Both have plenty of twists and are "absolute cinema."

We also recommend sticking with Apple TV+ productions, such as Silo, which fans lauded for its outstanding mystery and engrossing world-building.

Whether you want a philosophical plunge, slow-burning mysteries, or dreamlike storytelling, these shows provide exceptional alternatives to keep you going until the next season of Severance, aka season 3, comes out.


Dark and Mr. Robot are shows like Severance

If storytelling and subtle clues have you on the edge of your seat, Dark and Mr. Robot are worth watching. Netflix's Dark is a German science fiction thriller, widely acclaimed for its plot unfolding over several generations and timelines. It's one of the most fantastic time travel narratives available.

But it's best-watched without outside help—try taking notes, and you'll understand how incredible these shows are. It is also strongly recommended to watch Dark in its native German sound, as its English dub has come under fire.

Meanwhile, Mr. Robot does the opposite, with psychological and societal themes in mind. Written by Sam Esmail and featuring Rami Malek, the series follows a cyber-security engineer who becomes absorbed in a world of cyber-hacking and corporate conspiracy.

It has the same careful plotting and unreliable narration, and it's a fascinating choice for fans seeking another brain-twister. You'll have a whole different understanding after getting to the finale, so watch carefully.


Silo/Pantheon: Apple TV+ sci-fi shows for Severance fans

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For those who want to remain within the Apple TV+ universe, Silo is a good bet. Adapted from the Wool book series by Hugh Howey, this dystopian thriller follows a world in which survivors inhabit a substantial underground silo governed by rigid rules and a mysterious governing authority.

Silo boasts an excellent mystery, and its second season is now out, with its season finale having aired the same day as Severance Season 2 made its debut. The atmospheric tension and slow burn complement your favorite Innie-Outie show.

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Another convincing suggestion is Pantheon, a computer-animated sci-fi drama that explores the idea of uploaded consciousness and the moral implications of artificial intelligence. As Severance handles corporate domination of human memories, Pantheon takes this premise to a near-future dystopia.

It's a series about a Steve Jobs-esque character who invents the technology for uploading human brains, which triggers an arms race of digital minds.

While it is stylistically different, its complexity and plot make it a good choice.


These series are some means to occupy the Severance-shaped void.

Edited by Sezal Srivastava
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