Series synopsis
Foundation is an American sci-fi & fantasy drama television series that premiered on Apple TV on September 23, 2021. It was created by David S. Goyer, Josh Friedman. It stars Jared Harris, Lee Pace, Lou Llobell and Leah Harvey.
Follow a band of exiles on their monumental journey to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire.
Premise
Follow a band of exiles on their monumental journey to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire.
Premise: No future lasts forever.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Jared Harris as Hari Seldon
- Lee Pace as Brother Day
- Lou Llobell as Gaal Dornick
- Leah Harvey as Salvor Hardin
- Laura Birn as Demerzel
- Cassian Bilton as Brother Dawn
- Terrence Mann as Brother Dusk
- Jade Harrison as Bayla
Supporting cast
- Chris Jarman as Jarko Dornick
- Joyce Grey-Carter as Synnaxian Stone Remover
- Nikhil Dubey as Bomber #1
- Conor Dudley Fergus as Bomber #2
- Proschat Madani as Lors Avakim
- Kirsten Block as Chamberlain
- Samir Fuchs as Prime Magistrate
- Jerry Kwarteng as Imperial Guardian Suit
- Anne Gill as Teacher
- Thomas Lappin as Customs Officer
- Barry McGovern as Orlio
- Chipo Chung as Lowre
Guest cast
- Jade Harrison as Bayla
- Chris Jarman as Jarko Dornick
- Joyce Grey-Carter as Synnaxian Stone Remover
- Nikhil Dubey as Bomber #1
- Conor Dudley Fergus as Bomber #2
- Proschat Madani as Lors Avakim
- Kirsten Block as Chamberlain
- Samir Fuchs as Prime Magistrate
- Jerry Kwarteng as Imperial Guardian Suit
- Anne Gill as Teacher
- Thomas Lappin as Customs Officer
- Barry McGovern as Orlio
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 30 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | September 23, 2021 | November 18, 2021 |
| Season 2 | 10 | July 13, 2023 | September 14, 2023 |
| Season 3 | 10 | July 10, 2025 | September 11, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Emperor's Peace Gaal Dornick leaves her life in Synnax behind when the galaxy's greatest mathematician, Hari Seldon, invites her to Trantor. |
September 23, 2021 |
| 2 |
Preparing to Live The Foundation makes the long journey to Terminus as Gaal and Raych grow closer. The Empire faces a difficult decision. |
September 23, 2021 |
| 3 |
The Mathematician's Ghost Brother Dusk reflects on his legacy as he prepares for ascension. The Foundation arrives on Terminus and finds a mysterious object. |
October 1, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
In Seldon's Shadow Hari finds himself trapped in a mysterious prison. An assassination attempt leaves Day shaken. Gaal and Salvor devise an escape plan. |
July 13, 2023 |
| 2 |
A Glimpse of Darkness Gaal has a disturbing vision. Day's bond with Queen Sareth grows stronger. The Vault opens and reveals a cryptic message. |
July 20, 2023 |
| 3 |
King and Commoner The Empire recruits Bel Riose to investigate the resurgent Foundation. Hari leads Gaal and Salvor to a desert planet. |
July 27, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Song for the End of Everything A mysterious new pirate with terrifying abilities—known as the Mule—catches the attention of the Foundation and Empire. |
July 10, 2025 |
| 2 |
Shadows in the Math Gaal and Hari advance their plans on Ignis. Empire grapples with an unforeseen prediction. Pritcher enlists help to investigate the Mule. |
July 17, 2025 |
| 3 |
When a Book Finds You An unexpected alliance is formed. Pritcher, Bayta, and Toran come face-to-face with the Mule. Demerzel seeks spiritual guidance. |
July 24, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Apple TV |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 23, 2021 |
| Last aired | September 11, 2025 |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Friday |