Foundation Season 3: Release date speculation, cast and plot details – Everything we know so far

By Aman Shukla Published on May 2, 2025, 19:00 IST Last updated May 2, 2025, 12:52 IST
Apple TV+'s Foundation , an ambitious adaptation of Isaac Asimov's iconic sci-fi novel series, has captivated audiences with its grand storytelling and stunning visuals. After a thrilling second season that ended in 2023, fans are eagerly awaiting Foundation Season 3. In this article, we dive into the latest release date speculation, cast updates, and plot details to keep you in the loop about this epic sci-fi saga. Foundation Season 3 Release Date Speculation
While Apple TV+ has not yet announced an official release date for Foundation Season 3 , the series is confirmed to be in post-production, with filming having wrapped in 2024. Based on the production timeline of previous seasons, which typically take about two years between releases, a 2025 release is highly plausible. Some sources suggest a potential debut in late 2025, considering the extensive post-production required for the show's intricate special effects. Foundation Season 3 Expected Cast
Foundation Season 3 will feature a mix of returning stars and exciting new additions, bringing fresh dynamics to the galactic narrative. Here's a look at the confirmed cast: Jared Harris as Hari Seldon: The psychohistorian whose predictions drive the story, preserved via cryosleep and digital consciousness.
as Hari Seldon: The psychohistorian whose predictions drive the story, preserved via cryosleep and digital consciousness. Lou Llobell as Gaal Dornick: A key figure in the Foundation, set to confront the powerful antagonist, The Mule.
as Gaal Dornick: A key figure in the Foundation, set to confront the powerful antagonist, The Mule. Lee Pace as Brother Day: The reigning Cleon clone, central to the Galactic Empire's genetic dynasty.
as Brother Day: The reigning Cleon clone, central to the Galactic Empire's genetic dynasty. Laura Birn as Demerzel: The enigmatic android with a pivotal role in the Empire's future.
as Demerzel: The enigmatic android with a pivotal role in the Empire's future. Cassian Bilton as Brother Dawn: The youngest Cleon clone, navigating the dynasty's turmoil.
as Brother Dawn: The youngest Cleon clone, navigating the dynasty's turmoil. Terrence Mann as Brother Dusk: The elder Cleon, advising the Empire's rulers.
as Brother Dusk: The elder Cleon, advising the Empire's rulers. Isabella Laughland as Brother Constant: A survivor from Season 2, operating within the Vault.
as Brother Constant: A survivor from Season 2, operating within the Vault. Kulvinder Ghir as Poly Varisof: Another Vault survivor, tied to the Foundation's next phase. Foundation Season 3 Plot: What to Expect?
Foundation Season 3 picks up after the dramatic events of Season 2, which concluded with a 152-year time jump. The season is expected to focus heavily on The Mule, a formidable mentalic warlord introduced in Season 2's flash-forwards. Showrunner David S. Goyer has confirmed that Season 3 will center on The Mule's conflict with Gaal Dornick and the Foundation, threatening Hari Seldon's plan to preserve humanity.
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 BusinessUpturn.com

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Learn with AIFact CheckingText to SpeechAI Summary

Related Articles

Geek Girl Authority

4 hours ago

• Geek Girl Authority

New TV Shows This Week (June 22 - 28)

Welcome to another edition of New TV Shows. This week, an HBO favorite show is back for its third season. A show about games and death returns for its final season. A well-known TV star makes her feature film directorial debut and Marvel releases a new series on Disney+. Some exciting series, including one on Apple TV+, are premiering this week. Get ready because things are about to get good. Here's what's new on TV for June 22-28. NEW ON TV, JUNE 22-28 June 22 – The Gilded Age Carrie Coon, Christine Baranski, Cynthia Nixon, Morgan Spector, Louisa Jacobson, Denée Benton, Taissa Farmiga, Harry Richardson, Blake Ritson, Ben Ahlers, Ashlie Atkinson and Dylan Baker are back for Season 3 of The Gilded Age . The new season finds the Russells at the top of society while the old guard is as weak as ever. Bertha is set on marrying her daughter while George struggles to come to terms with the choice. The Gilded Age Season 3 premieres Sunday, June 22 at 9/8c on HBO. RELATED: TV Review: Nautilus Series Premiere June 24 – Ironheart Marvel comes back to Disney+ with a new hero TV show. Dominique Thorne, Anthony Ramos, Lyric Ross, Alden Ehrenreich, Regan Aliyah, Manny Montana, Matthew Elam and Anji White join Ironheart . After what happened in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever , Riri Williams returns to her hometown while working on a unique iron suit using special technology. While doing so, she finds herself wrapped up with The Hood. Ironheart premieres Tuesday, June 24 at 9/8c on Disney+. RELATED: Riri Williams Strives to Build Something Iconic in Ironheart Trailer June 25 – Countdown After a mysterious murder, an officer from the LAPD joins a secret task force. While working, he comes across a sinister plot that will push the team to unite forces and work together in order to keep everyone in the city safe. The series stars Jensen Ackles, Jessica Camacho, Eric Dane, Violett Beane, Uli Latukefu and Elliot Knight. Countdown premieres Wednesday, June 25 at 3/2 am on Prime Video. RELATED: The End Is Here in Explosive First Trailer for The Sandman Season 2 June 25 – The Bear Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Liza Colón-Zayas, Abby Elliott, Lionel Boyce and Matty Matheson are back for Season 4 of The Bear . The previous season had an open ending that left the audience wondering what would happen next. A question that needs an answer is, will Sydney choose to stay where she is or become Adam Shapiro's chef de cuisine? The Bear Season 4 premieres Wednesday, June 25 at 8/7c on FX and Hulu. RELATED: 5 Books Fans of The Bear Have to Read June 27 – Smoke Taron Egerton, Jurnee Smollett, John Leguizamo, Rafe Spall, Greg Kinnear, Ntare Mwine and Hannah Emily Anderson come together for Apple TV+'s Smoke . The series follows an arson investigator who is forced to join a police detective as they investigate two fires. The fires seem to have been started by two arsonists, leading to games and suspicions. Smoke premieres Friday, June 27 at Midnight/11c on Apple TV+. RELATED: Doctor Who : Our Favorite Season 2 Episodes June 27 – Squid Game The final season of Squid Game comes to Netflix this week. Season 3 picks up right where Season 2 ended. Gi-hun must make important choices to survive the remaining players and win the game. In-ho goes back to being the Front Man, and his brother searches for the elusive island without realizing there is a traitor among them. Squid Game Season 3 premieres Friday, June 27 at 3/2 am on Netflix. RELATED: TV Review: Squid Game Season 2 June 27 – My Mom Jayne While Mariska Hargitay is known by most fans for her role on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit , the vast majority also know her for being Jayne Mansfield's daughter. Now, Hargitay is owning her mother's story, reshaping what the media told of her and sharing her legacy in a new documentary, My Mom Jayne . Hargitay has directed several episodes of her show, but this is her feature film directorial debut. My Mom Jayne premieres Friday, June 27 at 8/7c on HBO. RELATED: Geek Girl Authority Crush of the Week: Olivia Benson June 28 – A Machu Picchu Proposal Rhiannon Fish and Alec Santos star in Hallmark's newest film, A Machu Picchu Proposal . The movie tells the story of Katie as she agrees to go to Peru with her brother and his girlfriend. During the trip, Katie's brother asks her to use her Spanish knowledge to get his girlfriend's father's blessing for the proposal he is planning. However, as a friend of Luciana's (the girlfriend) comes into town, the proposal keeps getting ruined. A Machu Picchu Proposal premieres Saturday, June 28 at 8/7c on Hallmark Channel. Check back next week for What's New on TV for June 29 – July 5. REACHER Season 4 Adds 8 New Faces to the Mix By day, Lara Rosales (she/her) is a solo mom by choice and a bilingual writer with a BA in Latin-American Literature who works in PR. By night, she is a TV enjoyer who used to host a podcast (Cats, Milfs & Lesbian Things). You can find her work published on Tell-Tale TV, Eulalie Magazine, Collider, USA Wire, Mentors Collective, Instelite, Noodle, Dear Movies, Nicki Swift, and Flip Screened.

Yahoo

10 hours ago

• Yahoo

Jon Hamm Prefers to Play the Bad Guy: ‘Superman Can Be Kind of Boring'

Jon Hamm does not have as much fun playing the good guy. In an interview with W, the 'Mad Men' alum explained that even though he has the look of a Clark Kent/Superman type he does not feel as compelled by boy scout or the hero. He prefers more of the 'sinner' role. 'I think people can relate to characters making bad decisions, because we've all made them,' Hamm said. 'My history of characters isn't exactly the saints; it's more on the sinner side of the equation. But Superman can be kind of boring. No offense to the new Superman [David Corenswet], who I hope is a delightful person.' Hamm has kept to his word when it comes to playing characters with a darker side. He has been a recurring villain in Apple TV+'s 'The Morning Show' where he plays tech billionaire Paul Marks. The most recent season ended with the exposure of his illegal business practices being threatened by Jennifer Aniston's character Alex. The actor double-dipped at Apple TV+ and starred in 2025's 'Your Friends and Neighbors' – which he also serves as executive producer on. TheWrap reviewer Diedre Johnson called the show 'delightfully watchable.' 'Although good in most of his roles, if there's one type Hamm has nailed, it's the uber successful businessman,' Johnson wrote. She added: ''Your Friends & Neighbors' is not only a dark comedy but also a cynical look at wealthy and aspiring one-percenters at mid-life. A strong cast of talented actors bring magic into the dynamic nine-episode drama.' The post Jon Hamm Prefers to Play the Bad Guy: 'Superman Can Be Kind of Boring' appeared first on TheWrap.

Forbes

20 hours ago

• Forbes

Angel Studios' ‘The Last Rodeo' Gets Digital Streaming Date

Neal O'Donough and Mykelti Williamson in "The Last Rodeo." The Last Rodeo, a faith-based drama starring Neal McDonough, is coming soon to digital streaming. Find out when and where you can watch the movie at home. Rated PG, The Last Rodeo opened in theaters on May 23. The official summary for the film reads, 'A retired rodeo legend risks it all to save his grandson. Facing his own painful past and the fears of his family, he enters a high-stakes bull-riding competition as the oldest contestant ever. 'Along the way, he reconciles old wounds with his estranged daughter and proves that true courage is found in the fight for family.' Produced by Angel Studios (The King of Kings, Homestead), The Last Rodeo also stars Sarah Jones (For All Mankind), Mykelti Williamson (Forrest Gump, Heat) and Christopher McDonald (Happy Gilmore, Happy Gilmore 2) Graham Harvey and Ruvé McDonough — who produced the film with her husband, Neal McDonough. The Last Rodeo will be released on digital streaming via premium video on demand on Tuesday, July 15, as confirmed by a new listing on Apple TV. The film is currently up for pre-order for $19.99, which is also the film's purchase price. Since digital rentals are typically $5 less than purchase prices, viewers can expect to rent The Last Rodeo for $14.99. As of this publication, Apple TV is the only platform offering The Last Rodeo on PVOD. It is worth noting, however, that Angel Studios' faith-based hit The King of Kings only debuted on PVOD on Apple TV and Fandango at Home. How Did Audiences And Critics Receive 'The Last Rodeo'? The Last Rodeo has earned $14.6 million to date in North American theaters. The film had an estimated production budget of $8.5 million before prints and advertising, per IMDb. The Last Rodeo earned a 68% 'fresh' score from Rotten Tomatoes critics based on 37 reviews. The film also earned a 95% 'fresh' Popcornmeter score based on 1,000-plus verified user ratings. The RT audience summary for The Last Rodeo reads, 'With a punchy Neal McDonough on the saddle, The Last Rodeo is a wholesome ride for the entire herd.' The Last Rodeo arrives on PVOD on Apple TV on July 15.