Adam Scott Discusses Anxiety About Leading Severance Series

Adam Scott, the lead actor in the Apple TV+ series Severance, opened up about his initial anxiety over being the face of the Emmy-winning show during a recent podcast appearance. Despite the series' success and critical acclaim, Scott admitted he felt overwhelmed when he saw his face on billboards, describing it as a moment he had long awaited but found terrifying. He transitioned from the comforting ensemble nature of Parks and Recreation to the more experimental atmosphere of Severance, which revolves around employees undergoing a controversial memory-separation procedure at Lumon Industries. Scott expressed concerns about how audiences would react to the show, fearing it might be ridiculed despite the team’s enthusiasm for the project. With 14 Primetime Emmy nominations, Scott has since embraced the success, noting that director Ben Stiller helped him navigate his early apprehensions. Severance is currently airing its second season on Apple TV+.