The Severance effect
@apple TV+ didn’t just promote Severance, they activated it. They turned a slow-burn psychological thriller into a multi-dimensional experience that blurred the line between fiction and reality. And in doing so, they delivered one of the most compelling marketing campaigns in recent memory.
Here’s how they did it and why brands should be taking notes.
The White Lotus logic
With The White Lotus Season 3 now unfolding, it’s the perfect time to revisit the first two seasons. This show isn’t just about luxury resorts and dysfunctional elites - it’s about influence, storytelling, and the psychology of positioning.
Let’s break down what The White Lotus teaches us about brand strategy.