Thinus Ferreira
Apple TV+ has renewed the science fiction drama series Foundation based on Isaac Asimov's book series for a fourth season that will start production in early 2026.
The third season finale will become available on Apple TV+ on Friday 12 September.
"There is no series quite like Foundation and and we feel lucky and honoured to be carrying the torch forward as co-showrunners into season four," says Ian Goldberg and David Kob, co-showrunners, in a statement AppleTV+ issued on Thursday night.
"We look forward to continuing the epic, emotional, storytelling that defined the first three seasons of the show, and to be working alongside some of the most talented, passionate creative partners in the business."
Matt Cherniss, Apple TV+ head of programming, in the statement, says "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 just keeps building 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".
Foundation stars Jared Harris, Lee Pace and Lou Llobell, along with Laura Birn, Cassian Bilton, Terrence Mann and Rowena Kingwith.
The new addition in Foundation's third season dealing with the Mule storyline and the end of the Cleonic dynasty, were Cherry Jones, Brandon P. Bell, Synnøve Karlsen, Cody Fern, Tómas Lemarquis, Alexander Siddig, Troy Kotsur and Pilou Asbæk.
Foundation was originally produced for Apple TV+ by Skydance Television that has now folded into Paramount Television Studios.
Ian Goldberg and David Kob will executive produce Foundation season four with Bill Bost, Pace, Michael Satrazemis, Robyn Asimov and David S. Goyer.
Production on Foundation's fourth season will start in early 2026.