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Metro
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
'Epic' sci-fi series returns to streaming — and 4 more TV shows to binge in July
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video After a two-year wait, Apple TV Plus' ambitious sci-fi drama Foundation is finally returning for a third season in July. Described as 'unbelievably epic' and 'riveting' by fans, it received a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score for the second series, and here's hoping the third instalment will be even better. The Dune-esque science fiction show, loosely based on the book series of the same name by Isaac Asimov, first landed on the small screen in 2021 and returned for a second in July 2023. It follows The Foundation, a band of exiles who discover that the only way to save the Galactic Empire from destruction is to defy it, embarking on a journey to save humanity and rebuild civilisation. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. Season two ended with an explosive finale that saw a major character's death and a 152-year time jump. Now, The Foundation has become established far beyond its humble beginnings, while the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire has dwindled. But a threat to the entire galaxy appears in the form of a warlord known as The Mule, whose sights are set on ruling the universe through mind control. Metro TV editor Sabrina Barr reviewed Foundation when it first aired in September 2021, awarding the 'epic' sci-fi series four stars. 'There's a lot to unravel in Foundation, and the first two episodes – while utterly enthralling – may be quite confusing for some. 'If you don't mind scratching your head at every turn, Foundation is a fantastic watch in every respect, from the visuals to the score, the performances and the action. 'While there is a lot of information to absorb in the opening episodes, you get the feeling that throughout the 10-episode arc, everything will – hopefully – start to come together and make a lot more sense. 'No matter how perplexing some parts may be, we are definitely along for the complex and thrilling ride.' Read Sabrina's Foundation review in full. Season three of Foundation lands on Apple TV Plus on July 11, followed by new episodes weekly every Friday until September 12. But it's not the only hit series coming back to streaming in July. TV fans of fantasy, romance and comedy alike are waiting for cliffhangers to be resolved as their favourite shows get ready to return — some of them for the final time. Netflix has kept its cards close to its chest when it comes to what to expect from The Sandman season two, but fans of the comics will have an idea of what's in store. It begins just a few weeks after the events of the first instalment and sees Dream (Tom Sturridge) return to Hell to meet with Lucifer Morningstar (Gwendoline Christie). The Endless family, who are the embodiments of destiny, death, desire, despair, and delirium in human form, will also return for season two of the hit fantasy series. There had been much speculation around the future of The Sandman after creator Neil Gaiman, who is also the writer of the original The Sandman comic books, was accused of sexual assault in July last year, allegations which he denies. It has since been confirmed that the second season of The Sandman will be its last. Showrunner Allan Heinberg said in a statement in January: 'The Sandman series has always been focused exclusively on Dream's story, and back in 2022, when we looked at the remaining Dream material from the comics, we knew we only had enough for one more season.' Where to watch: The Sandman Season 2 Volume One (episodes 1–6) lands on Netflix on July 3, followed by Volume 2 (episodes 7–11) on July 24. The will be a special bonus episode on July 31. Amazon Prime Video's smash hit series, based on Jenny Han's best-selling book trilogy, also returns in July for its third and final season. The coming-of-age drama follows Belly (Lola Tung), a teenage girl who finds herself in a love triangle with family friends and brothers Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). Season one ended with Belly in a relationship with Conrad, but when things don't work out in season two, she finds happiness with Jeremiah. In season three, the trio are now on the brink of adulthood, and the trailer teases Belly and Jeremiah's engagement — but it's clear she can't stop thinking about Conrad. The time has come for Belly to confront her true feelings about the Fisher brothers, but who will she choose? Where to watch: The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 lands on Amazon Prime Video on July 16. Episodes will be released weekly until the finale on September 17. Set in a Mexican holiday resort in the 80s, Acapulco is a bingeable under-the-radar comedy that's first season boasts a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score. The show is inspired by the film How to Be a Latin Lover, with its star Eugenio Derbez playing the role of Máximo Gallardo, a man who came from humble beginnings but is now a wealthy Mexican businessman living a luxurious life in Malibu. For its fourth and final season, the synopsis reads: 'Present-day Máximo works tirelessly to restore Las Colinas to its former glory before the grand reopening. In 1986, when a competitor claims the number one spot in the annual ranking of Acapulco's Best Hotels, young Máximo (Enrique Arrizon) will do whatever it takes to get back on top and secure Las Colinas' future.' Where to watch: The first two episodes of Acapulco Season 4 land on Apple TV Plus on July 23, with new episodes weekly thereafter. This Netflix sports documentary gives viewers exclusive access to three NFL quarterbacks and their families. Season one culminated in the 2023 Super Bowl, which saw Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes celebrating his team's win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Now, season two will follow Joe Burrow at the start of his fifth season with the Cincinnati Bengals and Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions, while Kirk Cousins, who left the Minnesota Vikings after a torn Achilles tendon in 2023, returns to Quarterback for the second time, now with the Atlanta Falcons. More Trending A synopsis reads: 'It documents intimate moments with their families, friends and trainers. It also reveals the many pressures involved: what it's like to take a hit from a 300-pound defensive lineman, to receive an entire stadium's cheers or boos, and to ask your loved ones to make serious sacrifices on your behalf. 'It's part football epic, part character study — and, depending on the week, part parenting manual.' From the wins and losses to injuries and family life, Quarterback unveils the pressures on the athletes who hold what is arguably the most demanding job in American football. View More » Where to watch: All episodes of Quarterback Season 2 land on Netflix on July 8. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. 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Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lee Pace Is a Ripped Messiah in FOUNDATION Season 3 Trailer
The haunting new trailer for season three of Apple TV's adaptation of Isaac Asimov's series Foundation makes three things clear. The first two is that the Mule is coming for the entire universe and there's only one person who can stop him. The third is that regardless of how deadly and tragic things get this year, every episode of this season is going to result in thirsty memes about Lee Pace looking like a ripped messiah. The fate of the universe hangs in the balance in this latest look at Foundation. The trailer for Foundation season three makes it clear that a new threat is coming. It will cause former foes to unite so mankind can hope to avoid a reign of darkness. Why does Game of Thrones' alum Pilou Asbæk's Mule pose such a danger? To go along with the new Foundation trailer, here's the official season three synopsis from Apple: Set 152 years after the events of season two, The Foundation has become increasingly established far beyond its humble beginnings while the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire has dwindled. As both of these galactic powers forge an uneasy alliance, a threat to the entire galaxy appears in the fearsome form of a warlord known as 'The Mule' whose sights are set on ruling the universe by use of physical and military force, as well as mind control. It's anyone's guess who will win, who will lose, who will live and who will die as Hari Seldon, Gaal Dornick, the Cleons and Demerzel play a potentially deadly game of intergalactic chess. Season three will feature plenty of new faces joining returning stars Pace, Jared Harris, and Lou Llobell. Cherry Jones, Brandon P. Bell, Synnøve Karlsen, Cody Fern, Tómas Lemarquis, Alexander Siddig, and Oscar-winner Troy Kotsur are getting in on the intergalactic fun/mayhem. We see many of them in action in the Foundation season three trailer above. RELATED ARTICLE FOUNDATION Shares Season 3 Trailer, First Images, and Summer Release Date As for lead Lee Pace's appearance this season, well, there are a lot of comments we could make about it. This Foundation season three trailer is not stingy with its hot messiah visuals. For example, we might say, he probably turns water into protein shakes at his CrossFit gym. Or talk about how he's going to convert some viewers into following a new religion based entirely on his beard and bod. And how prayers at his church will instead with, 'A-Man!' instead. We could go on. But we bet the internet will take care of that for us soon enough. Foundation's ten-episode third season debuts at Apple TV on Friday, July 11, 2025.
Irish Post
12-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Post
Northern Irish firms secure valuable contracts in US and Canada
A HOST of Northern Irish businesses have secured valuable contracts in the US and Canada. The firms were part of a trade mission with Invest NI which took them to Chicago and Toronto. Four of the businesses who took part in the mission in September 2024 have since agreed lucrative deals with organisations they met during their visit. The Foundation creative agency is among the firms who have secured lucrative contracts following the trade mission Belfast-based firms The Foundation and The Creative Media Company have collectively secured contracts worth over £200,000 through connections made on the trip. Elsewhere Seedling and Jo Hopkins Consulting have both signed new distribution agreements, expanding their reach in North America. 'I congratulate these four companies on their latest export success,' Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald said this week. 'Their ability to compete on the global stage is testament to their ambition, hard work, and talent,' she added. 'Companies like this will help us build an innovative, high-value economy that delivers Good Jobs.' Currently, Northern Ireland remains the only region across the UK to see export growth. The latest statistics from HMRC show that while exports from Britain fell by five per cent over 2023-4, exports from the North rose by 1.1 per cent to £11.09 b in the same timeframe. 'Over the last four years the North has consistently increased its exports, while regions in Britain saw exports fall,' Minister Archibald said. 'The innovation and commitment of our companies, our dual market access, and the effectiveness of Invest NI, have provided a strong basis for export success,' she added. 'Those strengths will remain despite the more challenging global economic context created by US tariffs.' See More: Business, Canada, Invest NI, Northern Ireland, US
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Foundation season 3 OTT release date Apple TV+: When to watch Jared Harris and Lee Pace's hit sci-fi series
Foundation season 3 OTT release date Apple TV+: Fans of Foundation, the critically acclaimed sci-fi series on Apple TV+, can finally rejoice as season 3 is officially on its way. The show, which stars Jared Harris and Lee Pace, will return soon. Weekly fresh episodes of the 10-episode season will debut worldwide. The official storyline description states that, with the decline of the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire, The Foundation has now established itself firmly beyond its humble grassroots origins. Foundation season 3 will premiere on July 11 and run through September 12 on AppleTV+. What is Foundation season 3 about? As per the official statement, with the decline of the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire, the Foundation has grown much beyond its modest origins. A threat to the entire galaxy emerges in the terrifying shape of a warlord known as "The Mule," as these two galactic powers form an uneasy alliance. Foundation Season 3 teaser AppleTV+ Shared the show's teaser recently and it got fans excited and how. Reacting to it, one wrote, 'This show is literally the main reason I've kept my Apple TV subscription.' Another added, 'One of my favorite shows coming back! I can't wait!.' A third went on to add, 'I don't know why, but the way that Foundation does sci-fi excites me beyond any other sci-fi show.' Foundation season 3 cast and crew Emmy-winning Cherry Jones, Oscar-winning Troy Kotsur, Synnøve Karlsen, Brandon P. Bell, Cody Fern, Tómas Lemarquis, Alexander Siddig, and Pilou Asbaek are among the new cast members for Season 3. They join Rowena King, Terrence Mann, Cassian Bilton, and Laura Birn, who are all returning cast members. Skydance Television produces Foundation for Apple. In addition to Goyer, other executive producers include Robyn Asimov, David Kob, Christopher J. Byrne, Leigh Dana Jackson, Roxann Dawson, Bill Bost, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Matt Thunell, and Jane Espenson.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
FOUNDATION Shares Season 3 Trailer, First Images, and Summer Release Date
'The Third Crisis is upon us,' but don't worry! Unlike most breaking news these days, that's actually a good development. It just means Apple TV's adaptation of Isaac Asimov's epic space saga will soon be back for season three. The streamer has announced Foundation will be back this July. And Apple TV celebrated the season three premiere date announcement with a new teaser trailer and first-look images for a Foundation chapter that promises war. It also promises Lee Pace fans are going to need a minute to gather themselves. Foundation Season 3's Trailer Youtube Video play button You can check out the full teaser trailer for Foundation season three above. Foundation Season 3's Release Date and Synopsis David S. Goyer's Foundation has officially set its release date. The ten-episode third season of Foundation will hit Apple TV on Friday, July 11, 2025. A new episode of Foundation season three will follow every Friday until the season finale on September 12. That glorious old school release schedule will not reflect the season's massive time jump. In addition to its new teaser trailer, here's Foundation season three's official synopsis: Set 152 years after the events of season two, The Foundation has become increasingly established far beyond its humble beginnings while the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire has dwindled. As both of these galactic powers forge an uneasy alliance, a threat to the entire galaxy appears in the fearsome form of a warlord known as 'The Mule' whose sights are set on ruling the universe by use of physical and military force, as well as mind control. It's anyone's guess who will win, who will lose, who will live and who will die as Hari Seldon, Gaal Dornick, the Cleons and Demerzel play a potentially deadly game of intergalactic chess. Foundation Season 3 First-Look Images Feature a Very Shirtless Lee Pace Apple TV In addition to season three's first Foundation teaser trailer, Apple TV also shared a handful of first-look images. There's a lot going on here, but we know what the people want. And what they want is the exact photo of a shirtless, bearded, long-haired Lee Pace as Brother Day pictured above. Click To View Gallery Apple TV Apple TV Apple TV Apple TV Apple TV Apple TV Apple TV ….Good for him. And, obviously, good for people who like looking at Lee Pace. Foundation Season 3's Cast Lee Pace and his fellow returning stars Jared Harris, Lou Llobell, Laura Birn, Cassian Bilton, Terrence Mann, and Rowena King will have plenty of new faces joining them this year. Cherry Jones, Brandon P. Bell, Synnøve Karlsen, Cody Fern, Tómas Lemarquis, Alexander Siddig, Pilou Asbæk, and Oscar-winner Troy Kotsur are joining just in time for the Third Crisis to begin. It's nice to announce that and have it be a good thing. We can't wait to see what other pictures of Lee Pace…fun… Foundation season three has in store for us.
