TV series
No future lasts forever.
Follow a band of exiles on their monumental journey to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire.
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Follow a band of exiles on their monumental journey to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire.
Cast, crew and production details
Jared HarrisHari Seldon
Lee PaceBrother Day
Lou LlobellGaal Dornick
Leah HarveySalvor Hardin
Laura BirnDemerzel
Cassian BiltonBrother Dawn
Terrence MannBrother Dusk
Daniel MacPhersonHugo Crast
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Episode 1
A mysterious new pirate with terrifying abilities—known as the Mule—catches the attention of the Foundation and Empire.
Directed by David S. GoyerWritten by David S. Goyer, Jane EspensonGuest stars Rowena King, Cherry Jones, Brandon P Bell, Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing, Alexander Siddig, Pilou Asbæk, Rebecca Ineson, Leo Bill
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Episode 2
Gaal and Hari advance their plans on Ignis. Empire grapples with an unforeseen prediction. Pritcher enlists help to investigate the Mule.
Directed by Tim SouthamWritten by Leigh Dana Jackson, Caitlin ParrishGuest stars Rowena King, Sandra Guldberg Kampp, Cherry Jones, Brandon P Bell, Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing, Pilou Asbæk, Adam Basil, Cody Fern
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Episode 3
An unexpected alliance is formed. Pritcher, Bayta, and Toran come face-to-face with the Mule. Demerzel seeks spiritual guidance.
Directed by Tim SouthamWritten by Eric Carrasco, Gregory GoetzGuest stars Brandon P Bell, Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing, Pilou Asbæk, Adam Basil, Cody Fern, Marcus Fraser, Synnøve Karlsen, Tómas Lemarquis
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Episode 4
Demerzel struggles with the paradox of her programming. Pritcher's true loyalties are revealed. Day sets off on a quest for answers.
Directed by Roxann DawsonWritten by Jane Espenson, David KobGuest stars Cherry Jones, Brandon P Bell, Alexander Siddig, Pilou Asbæk, Rebecca Ineson, Leo Bill, Cody Fern, Synnøve Karlsen
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Episode 5
Day enters uncharted territory. Dawn and Gaal put their plan in motion. Magnifico's worth becomes clear. Demerzel attempts to restore power.
Directed by Christopher J. ByrneWritten by Leigh Dana Jackson, Caitlin ParrishGuest stars Ryan Ali, Brandon P Bell, Alexander Siddig, Pilou Asbæk, Leo Bill, Iðunn Ösp Hlynsdóttir, Miltos Yerolemou, Sule Rimi
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Episode 6
A long-awaited reunion turns violent. Day looks for Song. On New Terminus, the Vault opens—and the Mule takes aim.
Directed by Christopher J. ByrneWritten by David S. Goyer, Eric CarrascoGuest stars Brandon P Bell, Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing, Alexander Siddig, Pilou Asbæk, Leo Bill, Iðunn Ösp Hlynsdóttir, Cody Fern, Marcus Fraser
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Episode 7
Chaos and destruction rain down on New Terminus. Back on Trantor, Dusk and Quent unite to assess the state of the galaxy.
Directed by Christopher J. ByrneWritten by Jane Espenson, Gregory GoetzGuest stars Cobhan O'Brien, Cherry Jones, Brandon P Bell, Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing, Pilou Asbæk, Leo Bill, Iðunn Ösp Hlynsdóttir, Adam Basil
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Episode 8
Gaal and the Second Foundation reckon with the fall of New Terminus. Day faces judgment on Mycogen. Dusk's ascension looms.
Directed by Roxann DawsonWritten by Caitlin Parrish, Tyler HolmesGuest stars Cobhan O'Brien, Cherry Jones, Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing, Pilou Asbæk, Rebecca Ineson, Iðunn Ösp Hlynsdóttir, Miltos Yerolemou, Adam Basil
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Episode 9
Gaal confronts the power of the Mule's conversions. Dusk resorts to drastic measures. Demerzel searches for clarity about the future.
Directed by Roxann DawsonWritten by Jane Espenson, Eric CarrascoGuest stars Cherry Jones, Brandon P Bell, Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing, Alexander Siddig, Pilou Asbæk, Rebecca Ineson, Miltos Yerolemou, Michelle Huirama
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Episode 10
Gaal and the Second Foundation take the fight to the Mule as Empire's legacy suffers a catastrophic blow.
Directed by Roxann DawsonWritten by David S. Goyer, Jane EspensonGuest stars Ryan Ali, Rowena King, Cherry Jones, Brandon P Bell, Alexander Siddig, Pilou Asbæk, Iðunn Ösp Hlynsdóttir, Adam Basil
Where to watch FoundationEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
