Foundation Season 3 Premieres July 11 on Apple TV+
After a long production delay, Apple TV+ has officially confirmed that Foundation Season 3 will launch on Friday, July 11, 2025. The upcoming season promises ten weekly episodes of high-stakes sci-fi drama, drawing inspiration from Isaac Asimov’s Foundation and Empire and Second Foundation novels.
Apple dropped two trailers between May and June, teasing the most explosive season yet. If you’ve been on the fence, this might be your cue to catch up—because Season 3 looks like the one that changes everything.
A New Villain Rises: Meet the Mule
This season introduces the long-anticipated villain: the Mule, a telepathic mutant played by Pilou Asbæk (Game of Thrones). Unlike the cryptic version in Asimov’s books, this Mule is raw, menacing, and emotionally intense—a true galactic threat. The show has been building toward his arrival, and now the payoff begins.
New Faces and Returning Favorites
Troy Kotsur, the Oscar-winning actor from CODA, joins the cast as Preem Palver, the leader of a psychic world. Another major addition is Alexander Siddig, returning in a bigger role as Dr. Ebling Mis, a psycho-historian with a deep connection to Hari Seldon’s legacy.
Other newcomers include:
- Cherry Jones as Foundation ambassador Quent
- Pilou Asbæk as the reimagined Mule
- Synnøve Karlsen and Cody Fern as futuristic influencer couple Bayta and Toran
Returning stars like Jared Harris (Hari Seldon), Lee Pace (Brother Day), and Lou Llobell (Gaal Dornick) are back, and the story dives even deeper into the complex Cleon dynasty—with Lee Pace’s Cleon now showing unexpected vulnerability.
Behind the Scenes: New Showrunner, Same Epic Vision
Though David S. Goyer wrapped production on Season 3, he has stepped down as showrunner. Ian Goldberg (Fear the Walking Dead) has taken over for the developing Season 4, which is already in the writing stage.
Despite early struggles—Hollywood strikes, budget hurdles, and delays—Season 3 is finally ready, and it’s said to be the most accessible and emotionally resonant entry so far.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss It
Foundation Season 3 is being called “Game of Thrones in space”—but with more heart. It’s not just space battles and political power plays; it’s a layered story of destiny, identity, and the struggle to preserve civilization. With stunning visuals, cerebral writing, and rich characters, this series is shaping up to be a must-watch for any sci-fi lover
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