John Turturro Wants Christopher Walken as His Severance Love

In the latest buzz surrounding the acclaimed series Severance, actor John Turturro has revealed he pushed for Christopher Walken's casting as his love interest, Burt. Turturro highlighted the importance of working with someone he admires and has had a longstanding creative partnership with. He expressed that having a connection where they can share laughter and fun is essential, describing it as a form of love. His thoughts extended to Walken's versatile acting range and delicate nature, which he believed were perfect for the role. As Severance Season 2 progresses, the anticipation for a potential Season 3 grows, considering the show's success.

Turturro wanted Walken for his love interest role due to their strong creative history, shared humor, and Walken’s impressive acting versatility, making him ideal for the character of Burt.

Severance, a sci-fi psychological thriller on Apple TV+, explores themes of identity and memory through a unique workplace setting where employees undergo a procedure to separate their work and personal lives. With its intriguing premise and strong performances, the show quickly became a critical hit, gaining a dedicated fanbase eager to see how the story unfolds in future seasons.