Ben Stiller, Adam Scott, and Britt Lower recently appeared on The Jonathan Ross Show to discuss their hit TV show, “Severance.” The star-studded cast has garnered success individually in the past, but they have come together to create one of the best shows on television at the moment. Ben Stiller and Adam Scott made a charming entrance, receiving applause from the excited audience. They were joined by Britt Lower, who revealed that she was actually named after a character from a Bond film.
The chemistry between Stiller and Scott was apparent as they shared a personal connection. Both actors own properties in Hawaii and have been visiting the same place for years. Stiller jokingly referred to Scott as the “mayor of Kauai,” but admitted that neither of them holds that title.
As the conversation shifted to Britt Lower, she revealed that she was named after Britt Eckland from the Bond film series. Stiller seemed to be a fan as well, teasing that he may have had a crush on her as a teenager. Lower expressed her admiration for Stiller, citing his performance in “The Long Good Friday” as a turning point in her admiration for his work.
The trio also discussed their previous collaborations. Adam Scott had a small role in Stiller’s film, “The Matador,” which surprised many viewers who didn’t realize he was in the movie. Stiller playfully joked about Scott’s forgettable performance, highlighting the long list of projects both actors have worked on.
The main focus of the discussion was “Severance,” the TV show that has captivated audiences. Stiller, who directed several episodes, described the premise of the show. Adam Scott plays a character who gets a job at a company where a chip is implanted in your head. This chip erases all memory of the outside world when you enter the office. Stiller emphasized that the show explores themes of grief and the strange corporate environment. He compared the show’s vibe to popular comedies like “The Office” and “Parks and Recreation.”
Britt Lower, who plays two versions of the same character in the show, explained that her character wakes up on the “severed” floor with no memory of who she is. She soon discovers that she, like Scott’s character, has opted for the memory-wiping surgery. Lower playfully compared the experience to waking up after an office party, not knowing what happened during the night.
The cast expressed their gratitude for the dedicated fanbase that has followed the show since its first season. Stiller explained that there was an unexpected three-year break between seasons due to a writer and actor strike. However, the hiatus didn’t deter fans, and the show gained an even larger audience upon its return.
As talk of the show’s popularity continued, the group delved into the various fan theories surrounding the storyline. One of the strangest theories suggested that one of the characters is actually a goat. Stiller joked about the significant presence of goats in the show, hinting that they spent a considerable amount of time working with them on set.
The conversation then shifted to Stiller’s early career and a memorable encounter with director Steven Spielberg. Stiller shared that Spielberg had seen one of his plays and subsequently cast him in “Empire of the Sun.” This experience fueled Stiller’s passion for directing, and he later showed Spielberg a short film he had made. Stiller reminisced about an embarrassing moment during the viewing when he accidentally yelled “Cut!” like a director, prompting Spielberg to scold him.
Britt Lower then shared her own unique experiences, including her occasional involvement with circuses. After seasons one and two of “Severance,” Lower ran away to perform with two different small tent circuses. She described herself as a ringmaster of sorts and even lived in a caravan or fiberglass trailer to fully embrace the experience.
The discussion concluded with some lighter moments. Stiller revealed that he and his wife, Christine Taylor, who is also a producer, worked together on a film where Stiller had to wear a prosthetic penis. Stiller humorously recounted how his wife helped him with the prosthetic, despite its small size, comparing it to “pressing down on a pimple.”
Overall, the interview highlighted the camaraderie and talent of the “Severance” cast while providing entertaining anecdotes from their lives on and offscreen. With their combined star power, the show continues to gain popularity, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the release of season three.
