20 Burning Questions Arising from Severance Season 2 Unfolding
Everyone has finally had some time to process the mind-bending, universe-shattering season finale of Apple TV+'s Severance, titled "Cold Harbor". With our brains rather scrambled, here's a list of 20 burning questions we still have after the ending of Season 2. Some of these will make you wonder, some will make you gasp, and some will make you chuckle – but all will help fill the void until new episodes arrive. Despite the lack of a specific release date, Apple TV+ has officially confirmed that Season 3 is happening – although it might take a while.
- When will Season 3 be released? The exact release date for Season 3 is currently unknown, but predictions suggest a mid to late 2026 release, with ambitious creators and producers working tirelessly to streamline production and reduce the wait time compared to the three-year gap between Seasons 1 and 2.
- What will happen to Gemma? Season 2 focused on resolving the cliffhanger from Season 1, when Mark discovered his outie's wife was alive and working for Lumon. Now that she's out, she needs to make it past Lumon security and deal with the fallout, including reintegration, legal consequences, and potential revenge from Lumon. Will Devon and Cobel be there to help? Will she choose to return to Lumon or start a new life?
- Are Mark and Helly stuck on the severed floor? Both Mark and Helly have opted to remain on the severed floor, thereby preventing their outies from gaining control and potentially ending their innie personas. But what will their outies do when they find out? Will they attempt to stop them, or will they let them be?
- Was Cobel being honest about the fate of the severed floor? Cobel tells Mark that he and his team are done once Cold Harbor is complete. But is this true, or will there still be a need for severed employees? Will Lumon still make use of Cold Harbor's technology, despite its catastrophic failure?
- Why were Mark and Gemma chosen for Cold Harbor? Lumon went through great lengths to abduct and sever Gemma, even having her husband forced to work for Lumon in order to gain access to her memories. What is their connection to Kier and Dr. Bauer, and what role do they play in Lumon's nefarious plans?
- What are the limits of severance? What can and can't Lumon's technology do when it comes to manipulating human minds? How can they control the creations they've developed, and what are Lumon's ultimate goals for deploying this technology?
- What's next for Harmony Cobel? After her rapid rise in Lumon's ranks, Cobel discovered a dark secret about her past and developed a strange, unorthodox relationship with Mark. Will she continue to work with him and build on her discoveries, or will she turn against Lumon and seek revenge for their treatment of her and her colleagues?
- What's going on with Mr. Milchick? Following his impressive stand against Mr. Drummond and his subsequent change of heart, Mr. Milchick returned to work without much fanfare. Has he truly turned against Lumon entirely, or is he simply playing the game to ensure his own survival? Will he continue to question Lumon's motives, or will he fall back in line?
- What's next for Irving? Although he has been sent into exile, John Turturro, who plays Irving, has expressed interest in returning to the show. Will Irving play a pivotal role in the story moving forward, or will he remain a minor character despite his potential usefulness to Mark and the team?
- What's the deal with Woe's Hollow? The episode "Wawa" introduced the mysterious Woe's Hollow, a spiritual retreat filled with intriguing secrets and unexplained phenomena. Will these mysteries come into play as the story unfolds, or is Woe's Hollow just a fun, quirky side note?
- How will Lumon react to the events of "Cold Harbor"? With so many Lumon employees and severed subjects affected by the incident, it's unclear how the company will respond. Will they try to cover it up, or will they attempt to learn from their mistakes and implement new policies?
- Will Mark's and Helly's actions have lasting consequences? After their successful mission, Mark and Helly seem to have gained a newfound sense of power and independence. But will their actions come back to haunt them, or will they be able to evade the consequences and continue their work?
- What will happen to the MDR numbers? Now that Mark has used the numbers to explorer the building blocks of Gemma's mind, what's next for them? Will they be discarded, or will they serve a future purpose?
- What's the story behind Jame Eagan? The enigmatic and unsettling CEO of Lumon has his share of secrets. His strange behaviors, suspicious past, and relationship with his daughter suggest a complex, troubled history. Will we learn more about his background, or will his character remain a cipher?
- What's the role of other MDR departments? With the MDR team focused on Gemma, it's unclear what other tasks the MDR departments are working on. Are they focused on other severed subjects, or are they simply standing by, waiting for their chance to contribute?
- What happened to the goats of Mammalians Nurturable? Emile the goat managed to survive being sacrificed, but the fate of the other goats remains unknown. Will they continue to be used by Lumon, or will they be set free now that the goal of Cold Harbor has been achieved?
- What will Miss Huang do next? Eustace Huang, a key player in Lumon's operations, has been sent to the Arctic for further testing. Will she return to Lumon and continue her work, or will she use this opportunity to make a change and fight against Lumon's cruel practices?
- What will the future hold for Lumon? With the collapse of Cold Harbor and the exposure of Lumon's dark secrets, it's unclear what the future looks like for the company. Will they still have the power to manipulate and control their employees, or will their downfall begin shortly?
- What's the deal with the department of Choreography and Merriment? The department responsible for the morale-boosting marching bands raises more questions than answers. Are they a full-time job, or are they only called upon when needed? Do all Lumon buildings have their own departments, or do they share resources among different branches?
- Who will join the cast in Season 3? With new characters inevitably coming on board, who will we get to know in the upcoming season? Will they be allies or enemies, friends or foes? Only time will tell.
- As Season 3 approaches, technology is expected to play a significant role in further enhancing the narrative, given Apple TV+'s reputation for innovative storytelling.
- io9 mused that Mark's and Helly's decision to stay on the severed floor could potentially create a rift between them and their outies, leading to a complex relationship in the future.
- The probable fate of Gemma remains a mystery, with the future season bringing resolution to her personal and professional dilemmas, as she navigates through Lumon's complex web of secrets and consequences.
- ** Television viewers are left wondering** whether the building at the core of Lumon's operations, Woe's Hollow, will surface again in Season 3, causing further chaos and revelations.
- According to TVLine, the upcoming season might see the return of John Turturro as Irving, potentially revealing more about his feelings towards Lumon and his role in the ongoing struggle between the corporation and its employees.
- Fans are eagerly awaiting more answers about the MDR numbers and the role they play in the broader picture, as the season finale left many questions unanswered regarding their purpose and potential future use.
- It's hard not to speculate about Mark's relationship with Cobel, as their strange bond carried over into the latest season, possibly hinting at a deeper connection in the future.
- The curiosity surrounding Kier and Dr. Bauer grows, as their connection to Mark and Gemma leaves many questioning their role in Lumon's nefarious plans, especially with Season 3 on the horizon.
