Warning: Spoilers ahead for the Foundation Season 3 finale!Apple TV's take on Isaac Asimov's Foundation books will continue with Season 4.
As it stands, although it's unconfirmed, Bilton, Pace, and Mann are all expected to return for Season 4, playing the exact same characters they were when Season 3 ended.
Potential Foundation Season 4 Cast |
Character | Actor |
Gaal Dornick | Lou Llobell |
Hari Seldon | Jared Harris |
Lady Demerzel | Laura Birn |
Brother Dawn | Cassian Bilton |
Brother Day | Lee Pace |
Brother Dusk/Darkness | Terrence Mann |
Bayta "The Mule" Mallow | Synnøve Karlsen |
Toran Mallow | Cody Fern |
Magnifico Giganticus | Tómas Lemarquis |
Captain Han Pritcher | Brandon P.
Bell |
Similarly, changing the identity of the Mule to Bayta Mallow (Synnøve Karlsen) instead of being Magnifico Giaganticus (Tómas Lemarquis), means the actors behind both characters can return in Season 4. Among the biggest cracks lies in Pace's new character Cleon XVIII, who acts completely unbothered by his actually critical position of power.
It's unclear if the series will do the same with Second Foundation.
There are, of course, plenty of other stories happening in the show that aren't in the novels. However, other than a few tweaks and tasteful additions, Foundation has managed to beat the odds and serve as an impressive small-screen translation of the iconic sci-fi novels.
Because Season 4 is opening without a time jump, this creative adaptation approach isn't as necessary.
For instance, Terrence Mann's Brother Dusk/Darkness functionally ended the Cleonic Dynasty in the Season 3 finale, leaving just three clone emperors breathing and with no way to create more. As for the rest of the cast, it will be interesting to see how the new season handles their characters.
Lee Pace, Laura Birn, and Jared Harris are fan favorites in the series, but their characters Brother Day, Demerzel, and Hari Seldon, all saw seemingly conclusive ends to their stories.
Their credits also include Fear the Walking Dead, Once Upon a Time, and The Flash, among other films and TV shows.
Foundation Season 4 Cast Details
Foundation season 4's cast is up in the air after season 3's dramatic climax.
Here's the release schedule for Foundation season 3.
When do new episodes of Foundation season 3 air?
So here's something funny: Apple has a habit of premiering episodes the night before their advertised premiere date, usually at 9:00 p.m.
They are largely expected to follow it.
'Foundation' Season 4's Filming Schedule Suggests a 2027 Release
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Presumably to save on costs, Foundation Season 4 will be the show's first run to be shot entirely within the Czech Republic. The dawn of its third season is a good time to catch up if you haven't already.
This will not be the case going forward, as Goyer cited the show's production in Europe as the main reason, stating that it forced him to be away from his family for too long. Lou Llobell is the safest assumption for a returning star, as her character, Gaal Dornick, will continue to be the leading protagonist in season 4.
Foundation Season 3 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out?