Denis Villeneuve’s work with theDunefranchise has helped it blossom into one of the most popular sci-fi properties ever, and now it’s time for him to hand part of the franchise over to someone else. HBO is expanding the world of Arrakis withDune: Prophecy, the upcoming spin-off series set 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) that’s set to premiere on Max next month. Unlike some shows of late such asReacher, which confirmed its fourth season long before the premiere of the third, there’s still been no word of a Season 2 forDune: Prophecy. During a recent interview with Collider’sSteve Weintraubin the Collider Studio atNew York Comic-Con,Dune: Prophecystars, producers, and showrunner all spoke about plans beyond Season 1 for theDunespin-off series:
“We do have a plan and they’ve been eager to hear all of it.” - Showrunner Alison Schapker
“They want it character-driven, they want it thought-provoking, and they just asked us to constantly make it surprising, propulsive, and visually breathtaking. When you say the word Dune, Dune requires large-scale filmmaking. HBO Max, Legendary, they never told us to pull back. They always told us to push and make it an epic, and that’s what we did.” - Executive Producer Jordan Goldberg
“They also say they haven’t destroyed the set in Hungary, so that’s always a good sign.” - Star Olivia Williams
While it doesn’t sound like anything is set in stone regarding a second season ofDune: Prophecy, it also sounds likeWarner Bros. and Legendary aren’t ready to rule it out, and were willing to proceed with the show with multiple seasons still being a possibility. Given the show’s timeline, there are plenty of gaps to fill in before the story catches up toDune: Part One, meaning the potential for stories isn’t bound by it taking place in a finite period like someStar Warsprojects. It’s also impossible to ignore thatDune: Prophecyis a sizable gamble; the first twoDunefilms are nothing short of beloved, each equally regarded as top-notch sci-fi entertainment, and fans of the movies are certainly expecting the same quality and journey from the show. If it doesn’t deliver, it certainly won’t doDune’s good name any favors, but it’s still worth the risk.
Who Stars in ‘Dune: Prophecy’?
Dune: Prophecyfeatures an all-new ensemble to bring this new chapter of Arrakis to life, toplined byEmily WatsonandOlivia Williamsas Valya and Tula Harkonnen.Mark Strong, who recentlyreplaced John Turturro as Carmine Falcone inThe Penguin, has also been tapped for a role inDune: Prophecy; he’ll play Emperor Javicco Corrino.Heartbreak HighheartthrobJosh Heustonwill play Constatine Corrino, withTravis Fimmelalso stepping into the role of Desmond Hart.Jodhi Maywill also play Empress Natalya.Dune: Prophecytakes place 10,000 years before theDunemovies and follows the Bene Gesserit’s rise to power across the galaxy.
Dune: Prophecyhas only been confirmed for one season. Stay tuned to Collider for future coverage from New York Comic-Con and watchDune: ProphecyonMaxnext month.
Dune: Prophecy
Set in the universe of Frank Herbert’s Dune series, this sci-fi epic follows the political and spiritual struggles on the desert planet of Arrakis. As factions vie for control of the prized spice melange, a prophesied hero emerges, challenging the balance of power and the fate of the galaxy.
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