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Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Foundation season 3: release date, trailer, confirmed cast, story details, and more about the Apple TV+ show's return
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Foundation season 3: key information - Launching on Apple TV+ in mid-July- Contains 10 episodes- Trailers unveiled in May and June- Key cast members set to return- Other actors confirmed to have joined the cast- Plot synopsis revealed- Draws from Isaac Asimov's 'Foundation and Empire' and 'Second Foundation' books- Fourth season reportedly in development with a new showrunner Foundation season 3 is just days away from airing on Apple TV+. The critically-acclaimed space opera returns on July 11, so you don't have long to read up on everything we know about it. Before you proceed, check out my Foundation season 3 review to see what I thought of its first five episodes. Once you've done that (or bookmarked it for later), you can read on to learn more about Foundation's third season, including more on its confirmed cast, story specifics, trailers, and the sci-fi series' future. Full spoilers follow for Foundation season 2. Potential spoilers also follow for this season and Isaac Asimov's book series namesake. Foundation season 3 release date Foundation season 3 arrives TV+ on Friday, July 11. It'll debut with a one-episode premiere and new chapters will drop every Friday until the finale on September 12. Initially, its cast and crew declined to comment on the sci-fi series' season 3 renewal when I asked them about this in July 2023. Thankfully, Foundation season 3 was confirmed to be in the works by Apple later that year. Development didn't always go as planned, though. Last February, Foundation season 3 faced an agonizing filming delay amid multiple issues, including apparent disputes over its budget. Less than two weeks later, things seemed rosy again, with principal photography starting up again on Foundation's next installment. However, one week later, rumors quickly spread that showrunner David S. Goyver had stepped back from the Apple TV+ sci-fi series, with fellow executive producer Bill Bost reportedly stepping in to fill the gap. Suffice it to say, the road has been a bumpy one for Foundation's third season. Foundation season 3 trailer Foundation season 3's official trailer was released on June 11, and it not only revealed the Apple TV+ show's most dangerous villain yet, but also teased an unexpected alliance between the show's main factions. Missed season 3's first teaser, which arrived in mid-May? Check it out below: Foundation season 3 confirmed cast Major spoilers follow for Foundation season 2. Here's who we'll see in Foundation season 3: Jared Harris as Hari Seldon Lee Pace as Brother Day Lou Llobell as Gaal Dornick Laura Birn as Demerzel Cassian Bilton as Brother Dawn Terrence Mann as Brother Dusk Cassian Bilton as Brother Dawn Alexander Siddig as Doctor Ebling Mis Troy Kotsur as Preem Palver Pilou Asbaek as The Mule Cherry Jones as Foundation Ambassador Quent Synnøve Karlsen as Bayta Mallow Cody Fern as Toran Mallow Brandon P Bell as Han Pritcher Tómas Lemarquis as Magnifico Giganticus Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing as Song Leo Bill as Mayor Indbur The first seven actors return from seasons 1 and 2, while the rest are all newcomers for the latest 10-episode installment. That includes this season's villain, aka The Mule, who'll be played by Pilou Asbaek after a season 3 cast shake-up last year. Speaking to me ahead of this season's launch, Asbaek explained why The Mule "needs to be [seen as] a big threat" to both Empire and The Foundation. Flashback sequences notwithstanding, it's incredibly unlikely that we'll see any other actors return from season 2. Its follow-up is set over 150 years after the series' sophomore outing, so the likes of Ella Rae Smith's Queen Sareth and Kulvinder Ghir's Poly are surely dead by this point. One major character who definitely won't return is Leah Harvey's Salvor Hardin. She sacrificed herself to save Gaal in 'Creation Myths', aka season 2's final episode. Foundation's universe has the potential to bring people back from the dead – we're looking at you, Hari – but, considering Salvor was cremated, she's officially dead and gone. Foundation season 3 story synopsis and rumors Major spoilers follow for Foundation season 2. Here's Foundation season 3' story synopsis: "Set 152 years after the events of season 2, The Foundation has become increasingly established far beyond its humble beginnings while the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire has dwindled. "As both of these galactic powers forge an uneasy alliance, a threat to the entire galaxy appears in the fearsome form of a warlord known as The Mule whose sights are set on ruling the universe by use of physical and military force, as well as mind control. It's anyone's guess who'll win, who'll lose, who'll live, and who'll die as Hari, Gaal, the Cleons, and Demerzel play a potentially deadly game of intergalactic chess." That's just enough to go but, if you want on where this season could go narratively, my Foundation season 2 ending explainer looks at the possible storylines and subplots that could set up this season. If you don't want to click away from this page, though, I'll give you an in-depth, spoiler-filled breakdown from this point on. Let's start with Empire. Season 2's incarnations of its three Emperors – Dawn, Day, and Dusk, all clones of Cleon I – no longer sit on the throne (or thrones, if you will). Day suffocated in space, Dusk was killed by Demerzel, and Dawn fled with Queen Sareth after Demerzel threatened to execute Sareth for her alleged failed assassination attempt on Day in season 2's opening episode. Demerzel hired the Blind Angels to murder Day because he wanted to marry Sareth and father his own children, which would've ended the Cleonic Dynasty. This plan went against the directives Cleon I gave Demerzel – remember, she's a robot – centuries earlier, which included maintaining his clone-based blood line. Long story short: Demerzel planned to set up Sareth as Day's would-be murderer and execute her to preserve the status quo. With season 2's Emperors deceased or on the run, Demerzel had to decant new versions of all three clones – something she's never had to do before. With season 3 set over a century later, these new iterations aren't the current incumbents on the throne, so she's had to carry out the process once more since. We'll see completely different iterations of the Cleonic trio, then, with Lee Pace speaking t us about The Big Lebowski-style transformation that Day's undergone since we last saw him. Meanwhile, in season 2 episode 9, aka 'Long Ago, Not Far Away', the Vault-based version of Hari Seldon – you didn't forget there were two of him, did you? – showed Demerzel how to operate the Prime Radiant. Essentially a data storage device, the Prime Radiant contains all of Hari's psychohistory-based math, which is being used to help guide humanity through its darkest age yet. The Prime Radiant also exists in a state of supposition, allowing it to exist in two places at once. That means the living Hari (the one working with Gaal) possesses one and, unfortunately for The Foundation, the other is now in Demerzel's hands. Once she can read Hari's math, she'll be able to use it and get a reading on how the galaxy's future is supposed to play out. Speaking of the Vault, 'Creation Myths' revealed that the mysterious 4D structure survived the destruction of Terminus. Expect it to continue playing a big role in Foundation's overarching plot. The Foundation's survival isn't the only thing Empire has to contend with. For starters, Dawn and Sareth's absconsion is a worrying prospect – Sareth is pregnant with Dawn's child, meaning their firstborn has a claim to the Empire's throne. With Foundation season 3 featuring a major time jump, we could see their child's next of kin make a play for the royal seat if this particular narrative is followed up on. After all, in the second half of 'Foundation and Empire', the second novel in Asismov's Foundation book trilogy, the Empire is engulfed by civil war. This plot point could be adapted for a showdown between Dawn and Sareth's bloodline and the Cleonic dynasty. Elsewhere, Gaal and Hari's successful recruitment of the Mentalics, a race with psychic abilities, means The Foundation is stronger than ever. Add the Mentalics to the Foundation's seven planetary bodies, plus the Empire losing the ability to hyperjump – the genetically engineered Spacers are no longer enslaved by them – and, as this season's story synopsis points out, the playing field is more level than ever before. Hari, Gaal, and company shouldn't expect to walk all over Empire now, however. The emergence of The Mule – a powerful Mentalic who begins conquering worlds in Asmiov's book series – will surely give rise to the Third Seldon Crisis. These crises are fixed points in humanity's existence that determine whether The Foundation succeeds or fails. So far, The Foundation has navigated two potential calamities: surviving in the galaxy's outer reaches and bypassing a full-blown war with the Empire. The Mule, though, will pose the biggest threat – and that's saying something – to The Foundation's existence. To combat him, Gaal and Hari have entered cryosleep on the Mentalics' sanctuary of Ignis. That way, they can reawaken when The Mule shows up and help lead the fight against him. The rest of the Mentalics will hone their abilities and learn about psychohistory in the interim 150-year period so they're ready to battle The Mule and his forces when the time comes. Is Foundation season 4 in the works? Not officially. However, a fourth season is reportedly in the works with a new showrunner in Fear the Walking Dead alumnus Ian Goldberg. For what it's worth, Llobell and Harris told me they don't know if Foundation season 4 has been secretly greenlit. However, by the time season 3 ends, Foundation will have only covered the first two main novels in Asimov's book series – 'Foundation' and 'Foundation & Empire', plus the first half of the third novel titled 'Second Foundation'. There are two prequel novels and two sequel books that expand on Foundation's unique universe, too, so there's plenty more storytelling ground to cover. Ahead of the first season's launch, Goyer (per Decider) revealed he had an eight-season outline for the series. It's deviated somewhat from the story told in Asimov's books so, alongside adapting parts from the wider source material, a more complete narrative could be told in the seasons to come. As long as Foundation continues to draw in a big enough audience to justify its financial outlay, Apple should continue to bankroll its development. If this season struggles to draw to do that, though, the tech titan has shown it isn't afraid to cancel shows before their time. The jury is out on whether Foundation season 3 will be the show's latest or final chapter, then. For more Apple TV Plus-based coverage, check out our guides on Presumed Innocent season 2, Severance season 3, Ted Lasso season 4, and Slow Horses season 5. 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Pink Villa
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Latest OTT Releases This Week (July 7 to July 13): 22 new web series and movies to watch on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, more
Wondering what's coming this week on OTT platforms? From R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh's romantic drama, Aap Jaisa Koi to Tovino Thomas's Narivetta and Apple TV's Foundation Season 3, here's everything that streaming platforms are offering this week (July 7 to July 13): Title Release Date OTT Platform Cast 1 Aap Jaisa Koi July 11 Netflix R Madhavan, Fatima Sana Shaikh 2 Moonwalk Now streaming JioHotstar Sibi Kuttappan, Anunath, Rishi Kainikkara, Siddharth B, Sujith Prabhakar, Arjun Manilal, Manoj Moses, Meenakshi Raveendran 3 Kaliyugam July 11 SunNXT Shraddha Srinath, Kishore, Iniyan Subramani, Asmal, Harry, Mithun, David Santhosh, Master Ronith 4 8 Vasantalu July 11 Netflix Ananthika Sanilkumar, Ravi Duggirala, Hanu Reddy, Kanna Pasunoori, Sanjana Hardageri 5 Karki July 11 SunNXT Jai Prakash Reddy, Meenakshi Dinesh, Sadhu Kokila, Bala Rajwadi, Yathiraj 6 Mr and Mrs Bachelor July 11 ManoramaMAX Indrajith Sukumaran, Anaswara Rajan, Dayyana Hameed, Rosin Jolly, Biju Pappan, Rahul Madhav, Sohan Seenulal 7 Saree July 11 Aha Video Aaradhya Devi, Satya Yadu, Sahil Sambhyal, Kalpalatha, Darbha Appaji Ambarisha 8 Mr Rani July 11 Lionsgate Play Deepak Subramanya, Parvathy Nair, Srivatsa Shyam, Madhu Chandra, Lakshmi Karanth, Anand Ninasm 9 Narivetta July 11 Sony Liv Tovino Thomas, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Cheran, Arya Salim, K Shanthi, Pranav Teophine, Priyamvada Krishnan 10 Better Late Than Single July 8 Netflix Marc Fajardo, Andy Luu, Jennifer Aquino 11 S Line July 11 Wavve Lee Soo-hyuk, Lee Da-hee, Arin 12 Good One Now Streaming BMS Stream Lily Collias, James Le Gros, Danny McCarthy 13 Trainwreck: The Real Project X Now Streaming Netflix Merthe Marije, Jorik Clarck, Giel de Winter 14 Ballard Now Streaming Prime Video Maggie Q, John Carroll Lynch, Amy Hill, Victoria Moroles, Rebecca Field, Noah Bean, Courtney Taylor, Miachel Mosley, Hector Hank 15 Brick July 10 Netflix Matthias Schweighofer, Ruby O. Fee, Murathan Muslu, Frederick Lau, Alexander Beyer, Axel Werner, Sira, Salber Lee 16 Too Much July 10 Netflix Will Sharpe, Megan Stalter, Michael Zegen, Lena Dunham, Emily Ratajkowski, Rita Wilson, Rhea Perlman, Andrew Rannells 17 Foundation Season 3 July 11 Apple TV Jared Harris, Lee Pace, Lou Llobell, Leah Harvey, Laura Birn, Terrence Mann, Cassian Bilton 18 Four Years Later July 11 Lionsgate Play Shahana Goswami, Akshay Ajit Singh, Kate Box, Roy Joseph 19 Jaws @50: The Definitive Inside Side July 11 JioHotstar Steven Spielberg, Janet Maslin, Cameron Crowe 20 Madea's Destination Wedding July 11 Netflix Tyler Perry, Diamond White, Xavier Smalls 21 The Institute July 13 MGM+ via Prime Video Ben Barnes, Joe Freeman, Mary-Louise, Simone Miller, Jason Diaz 22 Detective Ujjjwalan July 11 Netflix Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siju Wilson, Rony David, Kottayam Nazeer, Seema G Nair Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Stuck at home this rainy weekend? Latest movies and web series to watch on OTT platforms like Netflix, Prime Video and more
Latest OTT releases this week: Spending this rainy weekend at home? No worries, there's a lineup of fresh content ready to keep you entertained. From brand-new movie premieres to beloved series making their comeback, OTT platforms are brimming with must-watch titles. Among the latest releases are Special Ops season 2, the much-anticipated drama Aap Jaisa Koi, and more. Whether you love thrillers, romances, or feel-good comedies, popular streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video, JioHostar, and others have something for every mood. So settle in with your favorite snacks, get comfortable, and dive into the latest releases waiting to be discovered. Latest movies and web series to watch on OTT platforms Ballard - 9th July 2025, Prime Video Detective Renée Ballard finds herself tangled in a deadly mix of murders and corruption as she tracks a brutal serial killer, only to reveal a dark conspiracy within the police force that could shatter everything she believes in. Foundation Season 3 - 11th July 2025, AppleTV+ While the first two seasons of Foundation didn't strictly follow the original Asimov novels, Season 1 did align in parts with Foundation, and Season 2 introduced characters from the second book, Foundation and Empire. In Season 3, the story delves deeper into the latter half of Foundation and Empire and also begins exploring material from the third novel, Second Foundation. Narivetta - 11th July 2025, AppleTV+ The film offers a worldwide look at state-backed violence carried out by police forces, highlighting how institutions designed to safeguard the public can instead become tools of oppression, especially targeting marginalized groups. Aap Jaisa Koi - 11th July 2025, Netflix Featuring R. Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh, Aap Jaisa Koi is a charming romantic drama that follows the journey of Shrirenu Tripathi, an unassuming middle-aged Sanskrit professor from Jamshedpur. His routine life takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself falling for Madhu Bose, a French teacher. Special Ops: Season 2 - 11th July 2025, JioHotstar Special Ops 2 delves into the escalating dangers of cyber terrorism and digital warfare. Set amidst tense geopolitical conflicts, the series reflects real-world fears over national security at a time when cyberattacks have the power to disrupt and destabilize whole countries. Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3 - 12th July 2025, Netflix Following a week filled with open workouts, tense press conference stare-downs, and growing excitement, women's boxing's most intense rivalry comes full circle. On Friday, July 11, Taylor vs. Serrano 3 will be broadcast live worldwide on Netflix from Madison Square Garden in New York.
Newsweek
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Foundation Season 3 Release Date, Episode List, and Where to Watch
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors New characters, a new showrunner, and a 152-year time jump. Apple TV+ is shaking things up for the eagerly -awaited third season of ambitious sci-fi drama Foundation. After a two-year absence, it's back to continue adapting legendary author Isaac Asimov's series of influential novels. But there's plenty of divergence from the source material in store. So, what happens in Foundation Season 3, when does Foundation Season 3 release, and why the century and a half leap into the future? Scroll down for all the details you need to know. Lee Pace as Brother Day in Foundation Season 3 Lee Pace as Brother Day in Foundation Season 3 First, a short history. Foundation premiered on Apple TV+ on September 24, 2021. Foundation Season 2 premiered roughly two years later on July 14, 2023. In December 2023, the series was renewed for a third season. Here's when it releases. Foundation Season 3 Release Date Foundation Season 3 releases on Friday 11th July 2025. Episodes release weekly until the finale on 12th September. Where to Watch Foundation Season 3 You can watch Foundation Season 3 on Apple TV+. It's exclusive to that platform, so the only way to watch it is with a subscription to Apple TV+. How Many Episodes in Foundation Season 3? Foundation Season 3 has ten episodes, each approximately one hour long. Foundation Season 3 Episode List New episodes of Foundation Season 3 release every Friday, starting on July 11th 2025 and concluding on 12th September 2025. Here is the full episode schedule for Foundation Season 3. Episode 1: Friday, July 11, 2025 Episode 2: Friday, July 18, 2025 Episode 3: Friday, July 25, 2025 Episode 4: Friday, August 1, 2025 Episode 5: Friday, August 8, 2025 Episode 6: Friday, August 15, 2025 Episode 7: Friday, August 22, 2025 Episode 8: Friday, August 29, 2025 Episode 9: Friday, September 5, 2025 Episode 10: Friday, September 12, 2025 Foundation Season 3 Story Set a century and a half after Foundation Season 2, there's a powerful new enemy to contend with: The Mule. He seeks nothing less than full and total control of the universe - by any means necessary. With all life under threat, both The Foundation and the Cleonic Dynasty are thrown into a deadly game of, as Apple TV+ puts it, "intergalactic chess." Foundation Season 3 Synopsis Apple TV+'s official Foundation Season 3 synopsis reads: "The Foundation has become increasingly established far beyond its humble beginnings while the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire has dwindled." "As both of these galactic powers forge an uneasy alliance, a threat to the entire galaxy appears in the fearsome form of a warlord known as 'The Mule' whose sights are set on ruling the universe by use of physical and military force, as well as mind control." "It's anyone's guess who will win, who will lose, who will live, and who will die as Hari Seldon, Gaal Dornick, the Cleons, and Demerzel play a potentially deadly game of intergalactic chess." Foundation Season 3 Cast Pilou Asbæk (Game of Thrones) joins an already glittering cast that also includes Lee Pace, Jared Harris, Leah Harvey, and Lou Llobell. Here's the full cast for Foundation Season 3. • Lee Pace as Brother Day • Jared Harris as Hariton "Hari" Seldon • Lou Llobell as Gaal Dornick • Leah Harvey as Salvor Hardin • Laura Birn as Demerzel • Terrence Mann as Brother Dusk • Cassian Bilton as Brother Dawn • Alexander Siddig as Dr. Ebling Mis • Troy Kotsur as Preem Palver • Pilou Asbæk as The Mule (taking over from Mikael Persbrandt) • Cherry Jones as Foundation Ambassador Quent • Synnøve Karlsen as Bayta Mallow • Cody Fern as Toran Mallow • Brandon P. Bell as Han Pritcher • Tómas Lemarquis as Magnifico Giganticus • Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing as Song • Leo Bill as Mayor Indbur What is Foundation? Based on the Foundation series of stories by Isaac Asimov, Apple TV+'s Foundation is an epic space saga that follows a pioneering institute that seeks to preserve humanity before its almighty collapse.
Business Upturn
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Everything you need to know about Foundation season 3
By Aman Shukla Published on June 22, 2025, 17:30 IST Last updated June 22, 2025, 15:42 IST Hey, sci-fi fans! Foundation Season 3 is almost here, and it's shaping up to be a wild ride through Isaac Asimov's galaxy-spanning universe. Apple TV+'s epic adaptation has us hooked, and with a confirmed premiere date, fresh faces joining the cast, and a big bad villain stealing the spotlight, there's a lot to unpack. So, grab a coffee, and let's dive into everything we know about Foundation Season 3. Foundation Season 3 Release Date Circle July 11, 2025, on your calendar, because that's when Foundation Season 3 hits Apple TV+. We're getting 10 episodes, kicking off with the premiere, then rolling out every Friday until the big finale on September 12, 2025. It's the perfect summer binge, going head-to-head with heavyweights like Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 and Squid Game Season 3. Trust me, you'll want to clear your Friday nights for this one. Foundation Season 3 Plot Details Season 3 jumps 152 years after Season 2's cliffhanger, and the galaxy's in a whole new mess. The Foundation's no longer a scrappy underdog—it's a powerhouse now. But the Cleonic Dynasty? Yeah, their Galactic Empire's crumbling faster than a bad hologram. Enter the season's big bad: The Mule, a warlord with scary-good psychic powers and an army that could make Darth Vader sweat. Played by Pilou Asbæk (you know, that guy from Game of Thrones ), The Mule's out to conquer everything, and the trailer's giving us chills with psychic showdowns against Gaal Dornick (Lou Llobell). We're also seeing Brother Day (Lee Pace, still stealing scenes) scheming like the galaxy's shadiest politician. Oh, and Hari Seldon's legacy (Jared Harris, being all wise and digital) gets a boost with a new psychohistorian, Dr. Ebling Mis, digging into his work. The show's pulling from Asimov's Foundation and Empire , especially The Mule's arc, but it's not afraid to go off-book. Remember Demerzel's backstory in Season 2? That was pure TV magic, and Season 3's mixing more of that original spice with classic Asimov vibes. Expect alliances crumbling, space battles that'll make your jaw drop, and twists that'll have you yelling at your screen. Foundation Season 3 Cast Foundation Season 3 boasts a stellar returning cast alongside exciting new additions: Returning Cast : Lee Pace as Brother Day, the charismatic and cunning emperor of the Cleonic Dynasty. Jared Harris as Hari Seldon, the psychohistorian whose predictions guide the Foundation. Lou Llobell as Gaal Dornick, a key figure in the Foundation's mission. Laura Birn as Demerzel, the enigmatic robot with a rich backstory. Terrence Mann as Brother Dusk, a pivotal Cleon figure. Cassian Bilton as Brother Dawn, navigating the dynasty's decline. Leah Harvey as Salvor Hardin, whose fate is tied to The Mule's rise. Rowena King as Queen Sareth, adding political intrigue. New Cast : Pilou Asbæk ( Game of Thrones ) as The Mule, the season's primary antagonist. Cherry Jones ( Succession ) as Foundation Ambassador Quent, a diplomatic powerhouse. Troy Kotsur ( CODA ) in a yet-to-be-revealed role, bringing his Oscar-winning talent. Brandon P. Bell ( Dear White People ) as a new character adding depth to the story. Alexander Siddig ( Star Trek: Deep Space Nine ), transitioning from Advocate Xylas to Dr. Ebling Mis, a Seldon devotee. Cody Fern ( American Horror Story ), Synnøve Karlsen ( Last Night in Soho ), and Tómas Lemarquis ( Blade Runner 2049 ) in undisclosed roles. This ensemble ensures Foundation Season 3 delivers powerhouse performances, with The Mule's casting generating significant buzz among fans. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
