RLB4ever
RLB4ever t1_j1qod7o wrote
Reply to comment by 3dpimp in why do series shows always have so many seemingly random people directing every episode? by OctoberRust13
Most shows are controlled by writers still, because on most shows the writers are the creators and showrunners. This is true of severance too. Dan Erickson is the showrunner, creator & writer. He’s been writing this story for years. Ben stiller is an EP, helped develop the series, and directed 7 of 10 episodes. But ultimately Erickson is creator and showrunner, imo it’s not 50/50. I also wouldn’t say it’s closer to 50/50 because stiller is the director, it’s because he helped develop the show as an EP.
RLB4ever t1_j1qolq4 wrote
Reply to comment by Maninhartsford in why do series shows always have so many seemingly random people directing every episode? by OctoberRust13
Agreed! So many shows go straight to series now, we forget how important a pilot still is for many.