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Season 2 – Foundation

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Jul 2023

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Based on the award-winning novels by Isaac Asimov, this story chronicles 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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Critics Consensus

With its complicated bedrock now established, Foundation spreads its wings in an improved sophomore season that rewards viewers' patience with a brainy sci-fi epic of genuine grandeur.

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Craig Mathieson

The Age (Australia)

07/14/2023

With Lee Pace and Jared Harris as adversaries, the show mostly manages to tie together personal stakes and planet-hopping history in a way that sci-fi aficionados will enjoy.

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James Jackson

The Times (UK)

07/14/2023

It’s impressively imaginative.

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Helen O'Hara

Empire Magazine

07/14/2023

4/5

It’s not always easy – except on the eyes, thanks to that extraordinary design – but this is sci-fi that’s worth putting the time in for.

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Terence Johnson

Le Noir Auteur

09/15/2023

Long considered a novel that was unfilmable, show runner David S. Goyer has done an incredible job of leading this production to the screen.

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Jorge Loser

Espinof

09/01/2023

4.5/5

Except perhaps Battlestar Galactica, rarely have we seen such a complex and well-built world to tell us something so dense and full of ramifications. [Full review in Spanish]

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William Schwartz

Book & Film Globe

08/10/2023

Foundation thrives by keeping its worldbuilding constantly on the edge of creeping doom, a grim sentiment that certainly feels historical, even if it’s not necessarily psychohistorical.

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Kolby G

@good_or_noe Jan 31

Lee Pace remains the only reason to watch. He continues to carry the entire series on his back with a powerhouse performance as Empire. Everything else, however, has gone from mediocre to flat-out awful. The writing is messy, the story continues to butcher Isaac Asimov’s brilliant source material, and the lead female’s acting remains unconvincing. While the budget is clearly on the screen, no amount of pretty CGI can save the weak casting and hollow dialogue. Unless you’re a die-hard Pace fan, this is a skip.

Stephen G.

@Mangaloverx999x Jan 4

Great follow-up I really loved it.

Junk M

@junkmans Dec 9

Incredible TV from the cast's acting to the characters and story, the score for the series, and everything in between. The pacing of the storytelling has been dramatically fixed compared to the first season and is so much more engaging while also enhancing character development and the world building. Lee Pace's depiction for his character is incredible for the diversity needed while Jared Harris also shows off his chops and depth. The entire cast is incredible and came to play. Definitely worth the watch.

Aadi G

@Aadi_Gill29 Dec 8

This season of Foundation was truly beautiful and raw, I can never forget the amazing performance the cast gave us and how astonishing the setting was. The storyline aswell as the direction both combined to create an experience that is unforgettable. I loved the setting and creative direction of the season, definately worth the 2 year wait.

A S.

@dreamers10194 Nov 19

Great follow up session. The lore of empire is interesting

LordJuar A

Nov 7

Thia season was great. The issue of the time jumps is over, so the story is much easier to follow. However the stakes keep getting raised, which is a lot of fun to watch. Again the visuals and music in this season are amazing. The writing in this season is awesome, I love how everything continues to domino and the cleonic dynasty is still just as fascinating as the first season. Whomever is in charge of creating the sets, knocks it out of the park in every scene.

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Dr. Hari Seldon

Lee Pace

Brother Day

Lou Llobell

Gaal

Leah Harvey

Salvor

Episode 1

Aired Jul 14, 2023

In Seldon's Shadow

Hari finds himself trapped in a mysterious prison; an assassination attempt leaves Day shaken; Gaal and Salvor devise an escape plan.

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Episode 2

Aired Jul 21, 2023

A Glimpse of Darkness

Gaal has a disturbing vision; Day's bond with Queen Sareth grows stronger; the Vault opens and reveals a cryptic message.

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Episode 3

Aired Jul 28, 2023

King and Commoner

The Empire recruits Bel Riose to investigate the resurgent Foundation; Hari leads Gaal and Salvor to a desert.

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Episode 4

Aired Aug 4, 2023

Where the Stars Are Scattered Thinly

Queen Sareth and Dawn share a moment as she tries to learn more about Day; Brothers Constant and Poly bring Hober Mallow to Terminus.

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Episode 5

Aired Aug 11, 2023

The Sighted and the Seen

Gaal, Salvor and Hari arrive on Ignis and meet the source of the strange signal they've been tracking; Dawn and Dusk are suspicious of Day.

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Episode 6

Aired Aug 18, 2023

Why the Gods Made Wine

Day and Queen Sareth make an announcement; Tellem sows seeds of distrust between Gaal and Hari; Hober Mallow reaches his destination.

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Episode 7

Aired Aug 25, 2023

A Necessary Death

Salvor begins to question the Mentalics' motives; Hober Mallow's proposal to the Spacers meets resistance; Brothers Constant and Poly stand trial.

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Episode 8

Aired Sep 1, 2023

The Last Empress

Enjoiner Rue confides in Dusk about her distrust in Demerzel; Hober Mallow pulls a daring move; Day sets course for Terminus and the Foundation.

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Episode 9

Aired Sep 8, 2023

Long Ago, Not Far Away

Dusk and Enjoiner Rue learn Demerzel's origin and true purpose; Tellem's plans for Gaal take a dark turn; on Terminus, Day confronts Dr. Seldon.

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Episode 10

Aired Sep 15, 2023

Creation Myths

Gaal, Salvor and Hari chart a new path forward on Ignis; Demerzel heads to Trantor, taking actions that will change Empire forever.

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