Renewal Announcements: Two Lesser-Known Science Fiction Series on Apple TV+ Prepare for Additional Seasons
In the world of science fiction, two shows have been captivating audiences - Murderbot and Foundation. While both have been successful in their respective runs, the future beyond their upcoming seasons remains uncertain.
Murderbot, the AI-centric series, has been renewed for a second season, with a likely premiere by mid-to-late 2026. The show, which airs on Apple TV+, has been well-received critically and holds a high rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, beyond the second season, no specific details about further renewals or extensions have been revealed.
David S. Goyer, who is part of the Murderbot team, believes there will be another season of the show. The creators, Chris and Paul Weitz, have also spoken about its potential longevity. Yet, no details about the plot or characters in future seasons have been disclosed.
Meanwhile, the future of Foundation is looking a bit more ambiguous. The third season, which picks up 152 years after the second season, is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on the same day as Murderbot's first season finale, July 11. The Mule, played by Pilou Asbæk, will play a major part in the third season, a role that is set up to earn the Mule's impact.
David S. Goyer, who is also part of the Foundation team, describes the third and fourth seasons as one 20-episode season. However, no renewal or future status updates about the series have been released yet.
Interestingly, Murderbot has been attracting viewers who are not typically science fiction fans. Even David S. Goyer's wife, who is not a typical sci-fi fan, enjoys the show. This broad appeal could potentially influence the show's future.
As we wait for more updates, both Murderbot and Foundation continue to engage and intrigue viewers with their unique storylines and characters. Whether they will return for more seasons remains to be seen.
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- Gizmodo reports that Murderbot, the acclaimed AI-centric series, will return for a second season on Apple TV+ around mid-to-late 2026, while the future of the show beyond that remains uncertain.
- Both Io9 and TV Insider mention that David S. Goyer, a member of the Murderbot team, believes in the show's potential for additional seasons, with creators Chris and Paul Weitz also expressing optimism for its longevity.
- On the other hand, Movies-and-TV and IndieWire hint at ambivalence regarding the future of Foundation, with the third season set to premiere on Apple TV+ on July 11, 20XX, and the fourth season speculated to be a continuation to some extent, but no official renewals or status updates have been announced.
- Entertainment Weekly and SYFY Wire note that Murderbot has enjoyed broad appeal, attracting viewers who are not typically fans of science fiction, which may potentially impact the show's continuation. Conversely, the future of Foundation remains clouded in uncertainty.
