Foundation Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2021 · Apple TV · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Foundation
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Foundation have?
Foundation has 3 seasons and 30 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 23, 2021 to September 11, 2025.
Is Foundation renewed, ended, or canceled?
Foundation is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch Foundation?
It takes 24h 22m (1462 minutes) to watch the complete run of Foundation. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 13 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 24.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 13 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Foundation?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("The Emperor's Peace"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.5/10 based on 95 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Foundation?
Foundation is available for streaming on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Foundation?
Foundation has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Foundation?
The primary ensemble cast includes Jared Harris as Hari Seldon (age 65), Lee Pace as Brother Day (age 47), Lou Llobell as Gaal Dornick (age 31), Laura Birn as Demerzel (age 45).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Jared Harris | Hari Seldon | 65 |
| Lee Pace | Brother Day | 47 |
| Lou Llobell | Gaal Dornick | 31 |
| Laura Birn | Demerzel | 45 |
| Cassian Bilton | Brother Dawn | 31 |
| Terrence Mann | Brother Dusk | 75 |
| Leah Harvey | Salvor Hardin | 31 |
| Daniel MacPherson | Hugo Crast | 46 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Foundation are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.