Foundation

Based on Isaac Asimov's seminal novels, Foundation chronicles the efforts of a band of exiles with the unique ability to manipulate probability to journey across the galaxy to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire. As the Empire begins to fracture, its most brilliant minds foresee a dark age of ignorance and barbarism lasting thousands of years. They establish the Foundation, a sanctuary of knowledge, in a bid to shorten this interregnum.

Foundation has been met with generally mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its ambitious scope, stunning visual effects, and strong performances, particularly from Jared Harris. However, some critics found the narrative pacing uneven and the adaptation's departure from the source material to be a point of contention, while others lauded its unique interpretation.

• Visually spectacular and thematically grand, though sometimes struggles with pacing and narrative cohesion.

• A bold and ambitious adaptation that captures the spirit of Asimov's work while forging its own path.

• Jared Harris delivers a commanding performance as the enigmatic Hari Seldon.

Google audience: Viewers generally appreciate the show's stunning visuals, complex storyline, and the compelling performances of the cast. Many find it an engaging and thought-provoking science fiction epic, though some express that the plot can be dense and requires close attention.

Nominated for Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Main Title Design and Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Single Episode.

The show's production design aimed for a look that was both futuristic and timeless, drawing inspiration from ancient architecture and historical periods to create a sense of deep history within the Galactic Empire.