Ben Stiller shared how Noah Baumbach’s directing style rubbed off on him while working on “Greenberg.” Stiller starred in Baumbach’s 2010 rom-com and recalled on Mike Birbiglia’s “Working It Out” podcast that the director had “no chairs” on set.

Apple TV+’s sci-fi workplace drama Severance had won the hearts of both critics and viewers alike when it premiered in 2022.

Ben Stiller didn’t want any distractions on the set of Severance Season 2, so he borrowed a rule from Christopher Nolan.

Ben Stiller has surprised some with his deft hand helping man the hit Apple TV+ show ‘Severance,’ as the sci-fi drama has wowed viewers with its fresh take on the modern workplace. As it turns out, his own workplace is also severed a bit from the rest of the world.

Apple TV+’s workplace sci-fi drama, Severance premiered the first episode of its season 2 on January 17, 2025 and though the episode picked up right where the first season ended, there are of course numerous questions that this season has to answer as it proceeds.

Actor-director Ben Stiller imposed a 'no phone' policy at the sets of 'Severance' during the making of the series, reported Variety. After a gap of almost three years, Ben Stiller's directorial 'Severance' made its return with the second season on Apple TV+ on February 18.

Ben Stiller implemented a strict 'no phone' policy while directing the second season of 'Severance' to maintain focus and professionalism on set. Inspired by Noah Baumbach's methods, Stiller values an environment where actors are unhindered by outside distractions during intense scenes.