Fans of Foundation, the wait is nearly at an end: Apple TV+ has officially unveiled the first trailer for the eagerly awaited Season 3, providing a spectacular glimpse of what lies ahead. Staying true to its roots, it hints at breathtaking visuals and intergalactic suspense that elevate the series’ ambition to new heights, with fans able to re-enter this universe on July 11, when the first of 10 episodes premieres. The remaining episodes will air weekly through September 12.
Season 3 resumes 152 years after last season’s events, with the Foundation having expanded far beyond its original principles while the once-formidable Cleonic Empire hangs by a thread. At the same time, a warlord known as The Mule poses a threat to the galaxy through sheer might and psychic control. Based on Isaac Asimov’s series of Foundation novels, the Apple adaptation has garnered acclaim for its narrative and grand scale, along with remarkable performances from Jared Harris, Lee Pace, and Lou Llobell. Moreover, anyone who has tuned in cannot help but be impressed by the cinematic quality of the visuals — from massive starships to panoramic views of alien landscapes, as well as the detailed set designs that give Foundation a blockbuster film feel rather than just a television show.
One viewer on the newly released Season 3 trailer captured the sentiment perfectly: “Is it just me or did they really invest heavily in the budget for this season? It looks utterly insane.”
Apple’s successful series, produced by Skydance Television and directed by David S. Goyer, writer of Batman Begins, continues to expand its universe with new characters portrayed by Cherry Jones, Pilou Asbæk, Troy Kotsur, and others. Meanwhile, returning characters like Demerzel (Laura Birn), Brother Dawn (Cassian Bilton), and Brother Dusk (Terrence Mann) come back to a narrative that is growing increasingly perilous and unpredictable.
With Season 2 maintaining an impeccable 100% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Foundation has established itself as Apple TV+’s flagship series in the sci-fi arena. And based on the new trailer, the finest may still be on the horizon.
