Just in time for the season three finale, Apple TV+ has announced that its hit sci-fi series, “Foundation,” will be back for a fourth season! Production is set to kick off in early 2026.
The show, which is based on Isaac Asimov’s famous stories, has earned praise from critics and fans alike, with many calling it a “must-see TV event.” The third season’s finale airs this Friday, September 12.
“There is no series quite like “Foundation,” and we feel lucky and honored to be carrying the torch forward as co-showrunners into season four,” said co-showrunners and executive producers Ian Goldberg and David Kob. “We look forward to continuing the epic, emotional storytelling that defined the first three seasons of the show, and to working alongside some of the most talented, passionate creative partners in the business.”
Matt Cherniss, Apple TV+’s head of programming, shared in a statement, “It’s been fantastic to watch Foundation become such a global phenomenon, with fans tuning in from every corner of the world. With each new season, the excitement around this trailblazing sci-fi epic keeps building. All due to the bold storytelling and collective artistry of this extraordinarily talented cast and creative team. We’re excited to keep exploring this universe together in season four.”
Season three of “Foundation” stars Emmy-nominated actors Jared Harris, Lee Pace, and Lou Llobell. Cherry Jones, Brandon P. Bell, Cody Fern, and Oscar-winning Troy Kotsur also star. Ian Goldberg and David Kob are returning as co-showrunners and executive producers for season four.
In season three, the Foundation has grown far beyond its humble beginnings, while the Empire of the Cleonic Dynasty has shrunk. The two galactic powers form an uneasy alliance to face a new threat: a fearsome warlord known as The Mule. It’s a high-stakes game of intergalactic chess, and fans are eager to see who will live, who will die, and who will rule the universe.
Don’t forget to catch the season three finale, “The Darkness,” this Friday on Apple TV+. Watch the finale’s clip here.
