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Foundation

Drama, Science-Fiction, Mystery · 2021 · Rated 7.6/10

Last aired: S3 E10, The Darkness · 2025-09-12

When revolutionary Dr. Hari Seldon predicts the impending fall of the Empire, he and a band of loyal followers venture to the far reaches of the galaxy to establish The Foundation in an attempt to rebuild and preserve the future of civilization. Enraged by Hari's claims, the ruling Cleons – a long line of emperor clones – fear their grasp on the galaxy may be weakening as they're forced to reckon with the potential reality of losing their legacy forever.

Cast

Lee Pace Brother Day

Lou Llobell Gaal Dornick

Laura Birn Demerzel

Terrence Mann Brother Dusk

Jared Harris Hari Seldon

Cassian Bilton Brother Dawn

Leah Harvey Salvor Hardin

Pilou Asbæk The Mule

Brandon Bell Han Pritcher

Synnøve Karlsen Bayta Darell

Cody Fern Toran Mallow

Cherry Jones Ambassador Quent

Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing Song

Tómas Lemarquis Magnifico Giganticus

Alexander Siddig Dr. Ebling Mis

Troy Kotsur Preem Palver

Chipo Chung Reth Linn

Season 3

Season 1 Season 2 Season 3

E1 A Song for the End of Everything 2025-07-11 · 52 min A mysterious new pirate with terrifying abilities—known as the Mule—catches the attention of the Foundation and Empire.

E2 Shadows in the Math 2025-07-18 · 48 min Gaal and Hari advance their plans on Ignis. Empire grapples with an unforeseen prediction. Pritcher enlists help to investigate the Mule.

E3 When a Book Finds You 2025-07-25 · 50 min An unexpected alliance is formed. Pritcher, Bayta, and Toran come face-to-face with the Mule. Demerzel seeks spiritual guidance.

E4 The Stress of Her Regard 2025-08-01 · 48 min Demerzel struggles with the paradox of her programming. Pritcher's true loyalties are revealed. Day sets off on a quest for answers.

E5 Where Tyrants Spend Eternity 2025-08-08 · 47 min Day enters uncharted territory. Dawn and Gaal put their plan in motion. Magnifico's worth becomes clear. Demerzel attempts to restore power.

E6 The Shape of Time 2025-08-15 · 44 min A long-awaited reunion turns violent. Day looks for Song. On New Terminus, the Vault opens—and the Mule takes aim.

E7 Foundation's End 2025-08-22 · 59 min Chaos and destruction rain down on New Terminus. Back on Trantor, Dusk and Quent unite to assess the state of the galaxy.

E8 Skin in the Game 2025-08-29 · 46 min Gaal and the Second Foundation reckon with the fall of New Terminus. Day faces judgment on Mycogen. Dusk's ascension looms.

E9 The Paths That Choose Us 2025-09-05 · 46 min Gaal confronts the power of the Mule's conversions. Dusk resorts to drastic measures. Demerzel searches for clarity about the future.

E10 The Darkness 2025-09-12 · 51 min Season finale. Gaal and the Second Foundation take the fight to the Mule as Empire's legacy suffers a catastrophic blow.

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