The penultimate episode of “Severance” Season 2 on Apple TV+ delivers an emotional farewell between the characters of Irving and Burt, portrayed by John Turturro and Christopher Walken. The episode sees the star-crossed lovers reuniting in the outside world after their innies are permanently retired. Burt and his husband Fields (John Noble) host Irving for a tense dinner where they discuss their past at Lumon and Burt’s decision to get severed after a priest’s advice.
In Episode 9, Irving discovers Burt in his apartment reading his notebooks, leading to a revealing conversation about Burt’s past as a driver for Lumon. Burt decides to help Irving escape Lumon’s reach by buying him a one-way ticket out of town. The episode culminates in a poignant moment where Irving expresses his readiness to start a new life with Burt, only to be met with a bittersweet rejection.
The episode leaves viewers questioning the fate of Burt and Irving’s relationship, with executive producer and director Ben Stiller hinting that this may not be the end of their story. Stiller suggests that Burt’s actions are independent of Lumon, putting himself at risk in the process.
As fans speculate on the future of these characters, one thing is certain – the emotional depth and complexity of their relationship continue to captivate audiences. Stay tuned for the season finale of “Severance” to see how the story unfolds.
