The Severance Podcast with Ben Stiller & Adam Scott S2E10: Cold Harbor (with Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, Britt Lower, and Zach Cherry)
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Mar 21, 2025 
Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, the Icelandic actor known for his roles in films like The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, shares his experience playing the dual role of a bureaucrat and enforcer. Britt Lower and Zach Cherry discuss their pivotal character decisions in the series finale. They touch on the show's emotional landscapes, hilarious anecdotes about filming chaotic scenes, and amusing dental hygiene banter. Plus, they tease their own upcoming podcast that might rival the hosts! Expect humor and intrigue all around!
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Ólafsson's Audition
- Ben Stiller saw Ólafur Darri Ólafsson's audition tape for The Secret Life of Walter Mitty and was impressed.
- Their first in-person meeting involved a fight scene callback, which was both fun and terrifying for Ólafsson.
Icelandic Star
- Ólafsson discussed his Icelandic background and the challenges of working in Hollywood early in his career.
- He mentioned encountering Björk at a wrap party and people visiting her house afterward.
Severance* and *Twin Peaks
- Ólafsson compared Severance to Twin Peaks, noting the shared sense of mystery and intrigue.
- He found the show's ambiguity captivating, making viewers question the unfolding events.