Apple TV+ Severance Continues Strong Performance on Nielsen Chart

The award-winning series “Severance” on Apple TV+ has been making big waves lately. Having received top honors at the 75th Annual Writers Guild Awards for Best Drama and Best New Series, it has solidified its position as the most-watched series on Apple TV+ to date, surpassing the fan favorite “Ted Lasso.”

Debuting its second season on January 17, 2025, “Severance” dives into a dystopian workplace where employees’ memories are surgically divided between personal and professional lives. This gripping psychological thriller has captivated audiences globally.

From January 17 to February 17, 2025, “Severance” achieved record viewership numbers for Apple TV+, accumulating more unique viewers than any other series in the platform’s history. With 589 million minutes watched in the U.S. within days of the Season 2 premiere, it’s clear that viewers were invested in the show’s storyline.

In a week where “Severance” ranked fourth among original streaming shows based on Nielsen data, it garnered 557 million minutes of viewing. Though slightly lower compared to the first two weeks of season two, this three-week run marks the best performance of any Apple TV+ show since “Ted Lasso” in 2023.

In the world of streaming entertainment, “Severance” has made a significant impact, showing the growing ability of Apple TV+ to deliver compelling original content. With its unique premise, excellent storytelling, and exceptional performances, it’s no wonder why this series has captured the attention of audiences around the globe.