Apple TV’s Top Sci-Fi Series Hits Major Milestone, Validating 148 Award Nominations
Apple TV has cemented its reputation as the top destination for long-form sci-fi series, largely thanks to its flagship show, Severance. Premiering on February 17, 2022, the series quickly gained acclaim and significantly contributed to the platform’s success in the competitive streaming landscape.
Severance Achieves Remarkable Achievement
This week, Severance celebrated a significant milestone by spending an impressive 700 days on the domestic Apple TV charts. Despite fluctuating within the lower half of the top ten, it has outlasted all competitors currently in the rankings.
Key Details About Severance
- Created by: Dan Erickson
- Executive Producer: Ben Stiller
- Main Cast: Adam Scott, Britt Lower, Patricia Arquette, Zach Cherry, Tramell Tillman, John Turturro, Christopher Walken
- Production Cost: ~$20 million per episode
- Rotten Tomatoes Score: Overall 95%, Season 1: 97%, Season 2: 94%
Competition in the Sci-Fi Genre
Severance faces rivalry from other notable sci-fi series, including Invasion, Foundation, Silo, and the recent entry, Pluribus. Created by Vince Gilligan, Pluribus has received widespread acclaim, achieving a remarkable 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes and remaining in the top five most-watched shows on Apple TV.
However, Hijack, starring Idris Elba, currently holds the number one position, demonstrating the fierce competition within the platform.
Severance’s Unique Premise
Set in a dystopian future, Severance explores a world where individuals can technologically separate their personal and professional lives. As these two realities start to converge, a complex conspiracy unfolds, captivating audiences with its thought-provoking narrative.
As Apple TV continues to strengthen its sci-fi portfolio, Severance remains a benchmark for quality and innovation in the genre, validating its 148 award nominations. Stay informed with more updates on Filmogaz.com.
