What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedSevered
John Gilmore · Book · 2006
If you loved Severed, start with The Black Dahlia (Brian De Palma, 2006) — a film on the same thread. Below: 2 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Severed across media.
If you loved Severed, you are clearly drawn to the dark, voyeuristic allure of Hollywood secrets and the brutal reality of murder.
Films on the same thread
The Black Dahlia
Brian De Palma · Film · 2006
Shares a thread with Severed: Hollywood Scandals.
Like Severed, this film dives into the corrupt underbelly of Los Angeles, exploring the same toxic obsession with celebrity culture and the tragic fate of an aspiring young starlet.
Hollywoodland
Allen Coulter · Film · 2006
Shares a thread with Severed: Hollywood Scandals.
This investigation into the death of George Reeves mirrors the scandalous atmosphere of Severed, revealing how ambition and corruption define the dark side of the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Series on the same thread
Dexter
James Manos Jr. · Series · 2006
Explores: Moral Ambiguity, Double Life, Justice vs. Revenge.
Much like the real-life transgressions documented in Severed, this series explores the unsettling double life of a killer, forcing you to confront the moral ambiguity behind a calculated crime.
Dexter: Resurrection
Clyde Phillips · Series · 2025
Explores: Father-Son Relationship, Redemption, Past Sins.
While Severed focuses on historical crime, this continuation of Dexter provides a similar psychological intensity, examining the weight of past sins and the inescapable nature of a killer's identity.
Severance
Dan Erickson · Series · 2022
Explores: Identity Crisis, Existentialism, Memory Manipulation.
This series captures the existential dread found in Severed by dissecting the fractured nature of identity, using a mysterious workplace premise to expose deep, hidden truths about the human condition.
Black Bird
Dennis Lehane · Series · 2022
Explores: Undercover Operation, Seeking Redemption, Moral Ambiguity.
If the true crime elements of Severed held your interest, this intense prison drama offers a similar look at the psychological stakes involved in hunting a calculated and dangerous murderer.
Podcasts on the same thread
You Must Remember Manson
Karina Longworth · Podcast · 2022
This podcast serves as a perfect companion to Severed, meticulously detailing the lurid Hollywood crime scene and the cultural aftermath of the Manson murders that defined a dark era.
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Podcast
Shares a thread with Severed: True Crime.
Fans of the raw, unfiltered storytelling in Severed will appreciate this deep dive into Hollywood secrets, where murder mysteries and scandals are presented without the softening touch of moral judgment.
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Common questions
Is Severed considered a classic of the noir genre?
Yes, Severed is classified as an L.A. noir classic. This specific edition was released in 2006 to coincide with the film adaptation directed by Brian De Palma.
When was this edition of Severed published?
This edition of Severed was published in 2006. It was released as a companion to the Brian De Palma film adaptation of the same story.
Should I read Severed before watching the Brian De Palma film?
The 2006 edition of Severed was released to accompany the Brian De Palma film. You can read the book to gain context for the film, as the publication was timed specifically for its release.
Is Severed associated with the Brian De Palma film?
Yes, the 2006 edition of Severed is directly associated with the Brian De Palma film. The book was published to accompany the release of the movie.