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Dune

Dune is a sci-fi franchise created by Frank Herbert with the 1965 novel of the same name. In 1984, the first live-action adaptation was released from director David Lynch and starring Kyle MacLachlan. About 20 years later, a TV mini-series was released, followed by a new adaptation starring Timothée Chalamet.

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Frank Herbert
First Film
Dune
Movie(s)
Dune: Part Three

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 Timothee Chalamet as Paul Atreides looking to the side in Dune: Part Two
Dune 3 Introducing A New Atreides Character Will Be Key To Determining The Franchise's Future

Dune: Part Three adapts Dune: Messiah, and it would do well by introducing a new Atreides character who sets up the future of the sci-fi franchise.

Paul Atreides stares out in Dune Part Two
10 Moments From The Dune: Messiah Book I Can't Wait To See Denis Villeneuve Adapt In Dune 3

Dune Messiah is a very polarizing novel, but countless book scenes could make Villeneuve’s adaptation an all-time great sci-fi movie.

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Zendaya and Timothee Chalamet in Dune 2
Dune 3's Plot Explained: What To Expect Based On The Book

While Denis Villeneuve's two films adapt the first Dune novel by Frank Herbert, Dune: Part Three is an adaptation of the second book, Dune: Messiah.

Dune Awakening character and a sandworm from the movie
Every Dune Game, Ranked

There have been quite a few Dune video game adaptations over the years, but not all of them have been managed to get the spice flowing on Arrakis.

Timothee Chalamet as Paul Atreides looking through a telescope in Dune Part Two
It’s Not 2019, Should Dune 3 Really Fear A Challenge From Avengers: Doomsday?

Avengers: Doomsday's new release date will probably result in Dune: Messiah being moved, but would a box office showdown between them be so bad?

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Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides in Dune.
Dune Announces New Spin-Off Ahead of Its Movie Comeback, And It'll Be All About the Shai-Hulud

Ahead of Dune: Part Three, the franchise is working on a new spin-off that will put the Shai-Hulud center stage.

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Paul Atreides stares out in Dune Part Two
Denis Villeneuve Already Set Up Paul Atreides' Biggest Fear In Dune 3

Envisioned as a trilogy, Dune: Part Three will finally address this important detail that has already been set up in the previous two films.

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Ynez (Sarah-Sofie Boussnina) and Constantine (Josh Heuston) hugging while talking with Keiran in Dune: Prophecy Season 1 Ep 1
Dune: Prophecy Season 2 Filming Start Date Revealed By Star

Dune: Prophecy season 2 is starting production soon, according to Josh Heuston, who plays Constantine Corrino, son of Emperor Javicco Corrino.

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Paul with Gurney in Dune Part 2
Dune 3 Should Change The Books To Bring Back One Of The Best Characters From Denis Villeneuve's Movies

Dune 3 will continue the story of Paul Atreides, adapting the third book Messiah, but Denis Villeneuve should consider changing one novel element.

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Paul and Chani sit next to one another on the Dunes of Arrakis in Dune: Part Two
One Of Dune 3's Most Problematic Romances Has Already Been Partially Fixed

Dune Messiah features one of the most uncomfortable romances in the story's canon, but details from the new film suggest it may be changed.

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Robert Pattinson in the sewers as Bruce Wayne in The Batman
Robert Pattinson's Dune 3 Casting Continues My Favorite Trend From Denis Villeneuve's Trilogy

Robert Pattinson could be the latest actor to the Dune universe, and he would help the franchise continue to follow a great casting trend.

Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides in Dune: Part Two
Dune 3's New Atreides Character Will Be Completely Different After Cut Dune 2 Role

Leto Atreides II plays a huge role in the future of the Dune franchise, and the character should be introduced in Villeneuve’s sequel.

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Chani holding Paul Atreides' face in Dune: Part Two
I’m Bummed Denis Villeneuve Isn’t Adapting Frank Herbert’s Strangest Dune Book, But My Excitement For Dune 3 Is Still At An All-Time High

Dune Messiah is going to be a very interesting addition to Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi franchise, but it’s a huge shame that he’s stopping there.

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Lady Jessica and Shadout Mape in Dune Part One Movie
New Dune Prequel to Finally Tell The Story of One of the Most Mysterious Femen

Screen Rant has the first look at an all-new Dune story that dives deep into the past of one of the franchise’s most intriguing characters.

Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides in the Dune film franchise
How Many Dune Movies There Can Be With Paul Atreides

Dune: Part Three may be the end of Paul Atreides' journey, but his character could return in several other films in the Dune franchise.

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Close-up of Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan in Dune: Part Two
Princess Irulan Is Confirmed To Be In Dune 3, Which Means We Can Expect These 5 Plot Points

Since Irulan will return in Dune: Part Three, Frank Herbert's books already show what audiences will see from Florence Pugh's character in the sequel.

The main character from Dune awakening with sandworms and vehicles behind him.
Dune: Awakening Release Date Delayed, “Large-Scale Beta Weekend” Announced For May

Dune: Awakening has hit a slight road block and its release has been delayed, but prospective players may get to try the game in a beta beforehand.

Close-up of Florence Pugh looking concerned as Princess Irulan in Dune Part Two
Florence Pugh Confirms Dune 3 Return & Filming Window

Florence Pugh confirms that Princess Irulan will return in Denis Villeneuve’s announced Dune: Part Three and reveals when filming will commence.

Timothée Chalamet as Paul in Dune and Robert Pattinson as Mickey in Mickey 17
Robert Pattinson's Dune 3 Villain Explained: Who Scytale Is

Since Robert Pattinson is in talks to play Scytale in Dune: Messiah, many may be curious about the scale and importance of his role in the franchise.

Robert Pattinson pointing up at himself in Mickey 17
Robert Pattinson Circling Major Dune 3 Role As New Villain Character

A recent casting update for Dune 3 reports that Robert Pattinson is being eyed for a potential role in Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Messiah.

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