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The Best Episodes of Foundation Season 3

Every episode of Foundation Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Foundation Season 3!

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Follow 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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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Foundation Season 3 Episode 1 - A Song for the End of Everything
    7.9/10(2253 votes)

    #1 - A Song for the End of Everything

    S3:E1

    A mysterious new pirate with terrifying abilities—known as the Mule—catches the attention of the Foundation and Empire.

    Director:David S. Goyer
    Writers:David S. Goyer, Jane Espenson

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  2. Foundation Season 3 Episode 2 - Shadows in the Math
    7.6/10(1855 votes)

    #2 - Shadows in the Math

    S3:E2

    Gaal and Hari advance their plans on Ignis. Empire grapples with an unforeseen prediction. Pritcher enlists help to investigate the Mule.

    Director:Tim Southam
    Writers:Leigh Dana Jackson, Caitlin Parrish

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  3. Foundation Season 3 Episode 3 - When a Book Finds You
    8.1/10(1839 votes)

    #3 - When a Book Finds You

    S3:E3

    An unexpected alliance is formed. Pritcher, Bayta, and Toran come face-to-face with the Mule. Demerzel seeks spiritual guidance.

    Director:Tim Southam
    Writers:Eric Carrasco, Gregory Goetz

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  4. Foundation Season 3 Episode 4 - The Stress of Her Regard
    8.1/10(1790 votes)

    #4 - The Stress of Her Regard

    S3:E4

    Demerzel struggles with the paradox of her programming. Pritcher's true loyalties are revealed. Day sets off on a quest for answers.

    Director:Roxann Dawson
    Writers:Jane Espenson, David Kob

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  5. Foundation Season 3 Episode 5 - Where Tyrants Spend Eternity
    8.5/10(1847 votes)

    #5 - Where Tyrants Spend Eternity

    S3:E5

    Day enters uncharted territory. Dawn and Gaal put their plan in motion. Magnifico's worth becomes clear. Demerzel attempts to restore power.

    Director:Christopher J. Byrne
    Writers:Leigh Dana Jackson, Caitlin Parrish

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  6. Foundation Season 3 Episode 6 - The Shape of Time
    8.2/10(1621 votes)

    #6 - The Shape of Time

    S3:E6

    A long-awaited reunion turns violent. Day looks for Song. On New Terminus, the Vault opens—and the Mule takes aim.

    Director:Christopher J. Byrne
    Writers:David S. Goyer, Eric Carrasco

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  7. Foundation Season 3 Episode 7 - Foundation's End
    8.0/10(1634 votes)

    #7 - Foundation's End

    S3:E7

    Chaos and destruction rain down on New Terminus. Back on Trantor, Dusk and Quent unite to assess the state of the galaxy.

    Director:Christopher J. Byrne
    Writers:Jane Espenson, Greg Goetz

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  8. Foundation Season 3 Episode 8 - Skin in the Game
    8.1/10(1527 votes)

    #8 - Skin in the Game

    S3:E8

    Gaal and the Second Foundation reckon with the fall of New Terminus. Day faces judgment on Mycogen. Dusk's ascension looms.

    Director:Roxann Dawson
    Writers:Caitlin Parrish, Tyler Holmes

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  9. Foundation Season 3 Episode 9 - The Paths That Choose Us
    8.4/10(1579 votes)

    #9 - The Paths That Choose Us

    S3:E9

    Gaal confronts the power of the Mule's conversions. Dusk resorts to drastic measures. Demerzel searches for clarity about the future.

    Director:Roxann Dawson
    Writers:Jane Espenson, Eric Carrasco

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  10. Foundation Season 3 Episode 10 - The Darkness
    8.5/10(2459 votes)

    #10 - The Darkness

    S3:E10

    Gaal and the Second Foundation take the fight to the Mule as Empire's legacy suffers a catastrophic blow.

    Director:Roxann Dawson
    Writers:David S. Goyer, Jane Espenson

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"A Song for the End of Everything" is the best rated episode of "Foundation" season 3. It scored 7.9/10 based on 2253 votes. Directed by David S. Goyer and written by David S. Goyer, Jane Espenson, it aired on 7/10/2025. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Shadows in the Math".