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The Best Episodes of Foundation Season 3

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

The Best Episodes of Foundation Season 3

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. Background image for A Song for the End of Everything
    8.0/10(1.3k 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.

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    Director:David S. Goyer
    Writers:David S. Goyer, Jane Espenson
  2. Background image for Shadows in the Math
    7.6/10(920 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.

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    Director:Tim Southam
    Writers:Leigh Dana Jackson, Caitlin Parrish
  3. Background image for When a Book Finds You
    8.2/10(866 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.

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    Director:Tim Southam
    Writers:Eric Carrasco, Gregory Goetz
  4. Background image for The Stress of Her Regard
    8.2/10(763 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.

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    Director:Roxann Dawson
    Writers:Jane Espenson, David Kob
  5. Background image for Where Tyrants Spend Eternity
    8.5/10(565 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.

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

Season 3 Ratings Summary

"A Song for the End of Everything" is the best rated episode of "Foundation" season 3. It scored 8/10 based on 1294 votes. Directed by David S. Goyer and written by David S. Goyer, Jane Espenson, it aired on 7/10/2025. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Shadows in the Math".