The WORST episodes of Foundation (2021)

Every episode of Foundation (2021) ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Foundation (2021)!

Based on the award-winning novels by Isaac Asimov, “Foundation” chronicles a band of exiles on their monumental journey to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire.

Last Updated: 12/4/2024Network: Apple TV+Status: Continuing
A Glimpse of Darkness
star
7.33
2026 votes

#1 - A Glimpse of Darkness

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/21/2023

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

Directors: David S. Goyer
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Where the Stars Are Scattered Thinly
star
7.36
1819 votes

#2 - Where the Stars Are Scattered Thinly

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/4/2023

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

Directors: Mark Tonderai
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The Mathematician’s Ghost
star
7.36
3258 votes

#3 - The Mathematician’s Ghost

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/1/2021

Brother Dusk reflects on his legacy as he prepares for ascension. The Foundation arrives on Terminus and finds a mysterious object.

Directors: Alex Graves
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In Seldon’s Shadow
star
7.38
2153 votes

#4 - In Seldon’s Shadow

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/14/2023

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

Directors: Alex Graves
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The Sighted and the Seen
star
7.39
1788 votes

#5 - The Sighted and the Seen

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/11/2023

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.

Directors: Alex Graves
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King and Commoner
star
7.43
1946 votes

#6 - King and Commoner

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/28/2023

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

Directors: David S. Goyer
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Death and the Maiden
star
7.48
2881 votes

#7 - Death and the Maiden

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/22/2021

Brother Day meets Zephyr Halima—a would-be leader who opposes the Empire. Brother Dusk grows suspicious of Brother Dawn.

Directors: Jennifer Phang
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Why the Gods Made Wine
star
7.52
1759 votes

#8 - Why the Gods Made Wine

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/18/2023

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

Directors: Alex Graves
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Preparing to Live
star
7.53
3551 votes

#9 - Preparing to Live

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/24/2021

The Foundation makes the long journey to Terminus as Gaal and Raych grow closer. The Empire faces a difficult decision.

Directors: Andrew Bernstein
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A Necessary Death
star
7.56
1744 votes

#10 - A Necessary Death

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/25/2023

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

Directors: Mark Tonderai
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Barbarians at the Gate
star
7.57
3103 votes

#11 - Barbarians at the Gate

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/8/2021

Salvor faces off with an enemy of the Empire. Brothers Day and Dusk are at odds, while Brother Dawn wrestles with his truth.

Directors: Alex Graves
Writer: Lauren Bello
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Upon Awakening
star
7.58
2986 votes

#12 - Upon Awakening

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/15/2021

A flashback reveals the origin of Gaal’s conflict between faith and science. The standoff on Terminus takes an unfortunate turn.

Directors: Alex Graves
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Mysteries and Martyrs
star
7.66
2890 votes

#13 - Mysteries and Martyrs

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/29/2021

The Anacreons and their hostages board the fabled Invictus warship. The bond between Brother Dawn and Azura intensifies.

Directors: Jennifer Phang
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The Missing Piece
star
7.70
2853 votes

#14 - The Missing Piece

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/5/2021

Brother Day embarks on a journey that no other Cleon has ever attempted. Salvor prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice to return home.

Directors: Roxann Dawson
Writer: Sarah Nolen
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The First Crisis
star
7.79
2815 votes

#15 - The First Crisis

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/12/2021

On Terminus, Salvor witnesses how powerful the null field has become. Brother Dawn makes a daring choice.

Directors: Roxann Dawson
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The Emperor’s Peace
star
7.81
4114 votes

#16 - The Emperor’s Peace

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/24/2021

Gaal Dornick leaves her life in Synnax behind when the galaxy’s greatest mathematician, Hari Seldon, invites her to Trantor.

Directors: Rupert Sanders
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The Leap
star
7.85
2875 votes

#17 - The Leap

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/19/2021

An unexpected ally helps Salvor broker an alliance. A confrontation between the Brothers leads to unthinkable consequences.

Directors: David S. Goyer
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The Last Empress
star
7.89
1778 votes

#18 - The Last Empress

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/1/2023

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

Directors: Roxann Dawson
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Creation Myths
star
7.97
1833 votes

#19 - Creation Myths

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/15/2023

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

Directors: Alex Graves
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Long Ago, Not Far Away
star
8.15
1844 votes

#20 - Long Ago, Not Far Away

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/8/2023

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.

Directors: Roxann Dawson
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