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The son of a noble family tries to avenge his father's death while saving a spice-rich planet that he is entrusted to protect.

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Jenna Ortega Thinks She Auditioned for Zendaya’s Role in ‘Dune’: “Everything Was Very Secret”

Jenna Ortega Thinks She Auditioned for Zendaya’s Role in ‘Dune’: “Everything Was Very Secret”

The 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' actress said Denis Villeneuve is one of her favorite filmmakers.

China Box Office: ‘Madame Web’ Loses Weekend to ‘Dune: Part One’ Rerelease

China Box Office: ‘Madame Web’ Loses Weekend to ‘Dune: Part One’ Rerelease

Taiwanese comedy thriller 'The Pig, The Snake and The Pigeon' came top this weekend in China with a $16.2 million opening.

Zendaya Says She Would “Of Course” Return for ‘Dune 3’: “Anytime Denis [Villeneuve] Calls It’s a Yes”

Zendaya Says She Would “Of Course” Return for ‘Dune 3’: “Anytime Denis [Villeneuve] Calls It’s a Yes”

The actress plays Chani in 'Dune: Part Two,' which is due out in March.

Kyle MacLachlan on Dune, David Lynch, and dancing to EDM in Fletch

Kyle MacLachlan on Dune, David Lynch, and dancing to EDM in Fletch

As he looks back on Twin Peaks, Sex And The City and more, Lynch's longtime leading man admits, "I don't pretend to understand much of what David does"

Hans Zimmer Wins His Second Career Original Score Oscar For ‘Dune’

Hans Zimmer Wins His Second Career Original Score Oscar For ‘Dune’

Hans Zimmer won his second career Oscar tonight, Original Score for Denis Villeneuve’s Dune. This was Zimmer’s 12th nomination for Original Score, and second win since The Lion King in 1995. …

‘Cruella,’ ‘Emily in Paris,’ ‘Dune’ Among Costume Designers Guild Awards Winners

‘Cruella,’ ‘Emily in Paris,’ ‘Dune’ Among Costume Designers Guild Awards Winners

Casey Wilson and Andrew Rannells co-hosted the ceremony, where Andrew Garfield and costume designer Sharen Davis received special honors.

‘Dune’ and ‘Encanto’ Take Top Honors at Visual Effects Society Awards

‘Dune’ and ‘Encanto’ Take Top Honors at Visual Effects Society Awards

“Dune” has taken top honors at the VES Awards garnering four awards including Photoreal feature winner. Disney’s “Encanto” was named top animated film, also winning fo…

BAFTA Nominations: 'Dune' Leads All Films With 11

BAFTA Nominations: 'Dune' Leads All Films With 11

"The Power of the Dog" and "Belfast" also scored multiple noms in voting designed to "level the playing field"

2022 WGA Awards Nominations: ‘CODA’, ‘Don’t Look Up’ and ‘Dune’ Contending in the Screenplay Categories

2022 WGA Awards Nominations: ‘CODA’, ‘Don’t Look Up’ and ‘Dune’ Contending in the Screenplay Categories

The Writers Guild of America Awards announced its 2022 nominations, where huge boosts were given to films such as “Being the Ricardos,” “Don’t Look Up,” “The Fre…

VES Awards Nominations Led By ‘Dune’, ‘Encanto’, ‘Loki’

The Visual Effects Society unveiled nominations Tuesday for its 20th annual VES Awards, with Warner Bros’ Dune and Disney’s animated Encanto leading all nominees with six apiece, follow…

James Cameron and Denis Villeneuve Talk ‘Avatar,’ ‘Dune’ and the Future of Movies

At first, Denis Villeneuve can’t hide his nerves, and sense of wonder, when he meets James Cameron (over international Zoom, with Villeneuve in Los Angeles and Cameron in New Zealand). “It’s …

How ‘Dune’ Star Rebecca Ferguson Found “The Voice”

As Lady Jessica, the Swedish actress says she "put as much demand on my director as I know he would put on me for his character."

‘Dune’ Returning To Imax As Pic Nears $100M Domestic Box Office

EXCLUSIVE: By this weekend, Warner Bros/Legendary’s Dune will cross $100M, making it the second movie from the studio this year to clear the century mark stateside off their controversial day…

‘Dune,’ ‘No Time to Die’ Become First Imported Films to Get Theatrical Extensions in China During Pandemic

Chinese film authorities on Wednesday granted both “Dune” and “No Time to Die” one month longer in local theaters, giving the Hollywood blockbusters a full two months on the big screen in the world…

‘Dune’ Costume Designer Shares Symbolic Inspirations for Epic’s Visionary Styles

Multi-Oscar nominee Jacqueline West opens up about creating semifunctional stillsuits and embedding historical references into her costumes.

Jason Momoa Confirms He's Tested Positive for COVID-19 After Dune Premiere - IGN

Actor Jason Momoa confirmed he's tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday following an in-person theatrical premiere for Dune in England.

Denis Villeneuve on ‘Dune’ Success and the Road to ‘Part Two’

The filmmaker reflects back on his journey and looks ahead to his future, which may even include a third installment set in Frank Herbert's universe.

‘Dune’ Sequel Greenlighted By Legendary & Warner Bros; Pic Will Get Theatrical Window In October 2023

In what comes as no surprise, the sequel for Dune finally has been greenlighted for an October 20, 2023 theatrical release with director, producer and co-screenwriter Denis Villeneuve returning. Th…

Christopher Nolan: ‘Dune’ Has One of the Greatest Blends of Practical and VFX Effects I’ve Ever Seen

Nolan calls "Dune" a "real gift to film fans everywhere."

Data: ‘Dune’ Opening Weekend HBO Max Viewership Topped ‘Justice League,’ ‘In the Heights’

New VIP+ Analysis: Warner Bros. should be happy with the domestic streaming performance of its latest film “Dune,” Samba TV data suggests.

Director Denis Villeneuve and Warner Bros. Want to Make ‘Dune: Part II.’ So Why Hasn’t the Sequel Been Announced Yet?

Years ago, filmmaker Denis Villeneuve had agreed to adapt “Dune,” Frank Herbert’s seminal sci-fi novel, under one condition: the sweeping saga about warring political dynasties th…

Hans Zimmer on ‘Dune’ Score’s Electronic Textures and Made-Up Choral Language … and His Head Start on Part 2

For composer Hans Zimmer, scoring “Dune” was a dream come true. He read Frank Herbert’s massive sci-fi novel when he was 18 and has revisited it often, imagining the sounds of the…

WarnerMedia Toppers Bullish On ‘Dune’ Sequel & More ‘Sopranos’ & ‘Matrix’ Despite Muted Box Office Results In HBO Max Day/Date Experiment

In a wide ranging interview with Deadline staff before earnings were released, WarnerMedia toppers Jason Kilar and Ann Sarnoff were quite pleased with the long term results of the disruptive decisi…

Denis Villeneuve Takes Guillermo del Toro Inside the World of "Dune"

Two of cinema's most ambitious visionaries sit down for a conversation about filming the unimaginable.

Denis Villeneuve spent days flying in helicopters over the desert looking for 'Dune' filming locations because he refused to use green screens

The "Dune" director told the New York Times that real landscapes were essential for his own "mental sanity."

‘Dune’ Cinematographer Greig Fraser on Making the Expansive Film ‘Feel Intimate to the Characters’ (EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS)

Denis Villeneuve’s long-awaited “Dune” arrives in theaters and on HBO Max on Oct. 22, and has already become part of the awards conversation for its sumptuous visuals. The action follows Timothée C…

Doing 'Dune' right: Inside the making of the long-awaited (and star-packed) adaptation

Denis Villeneuve, Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and more tell all about giving 'Dune' the epic film adaptation it deserves.

Box Office: ‘Dune’ Debuts Internationally With $36 Million

“Dune,” the dazzling big-screen adaptation of Frank Herbert’s seminal sci-fi novel, ignited the international box office in its debut, collecting $35.8 million from 24 overseas ma…

‘Dune’ and ‘No Time to Die’ Set China Release Dates, Confirming Entry to World’s Largest Film Market

After months with few significant new Hollywood releases, both “Dune” and ‘No Time to Die’ finalized their China opening dates on Sunday, officially confirming their outing in the world’s lar…

‘Dune’ Costume Designers Break Down the Construction of Stillsuits and Each Planet’s Unique Look

The costumes in Denis Ville­neuve’s “Dune” tell a rich story on their own. Jacqueline West and Bob Morgan teamed up to create the 1,000 or so looks needed for the three main worlds of the movie: Ar…

‘Dune’ Premieres in Venice: Denis Villeneuve Urges Audiences to Watch Movie in Theaters, Timothée Chalamet Hopes for Sequel

Director Denis Villeneuve hopes that audiences will watch “Dune” in movie theaters. “At the end of the day these are difficult times for everybody, safety first, if the audience feels comfortable I…

‘Dune’ 1984: Francesca Annis, The Original Lady Jessica, Lifts The Lid On Life Behind The Scenes Of David Lynch’s Epic, The ‘Heaven’s Gate’ Of Sci-Fi

As the world gears up to take in Dune’s anticipated reboot at the Venice Film Festival, I sat down with British actress Francesca Annis, star of the original Dune, to talk candidly about the ins an…

NY Film Festival Adds ‘Dune,’ ‘French Dispatch’ to Lineup

The annual fall event has also added screenings of Mike Mills' 'C'mon C'mon,' starring Joaquin Phoenix; Sean Baker's 'Red Rocket'; and Maggie Gyllenhaal's feature directorial debut.

Hans Zimmer Composed a Second ‘Dune’ Score for Film’s Massive Behind-the-Scenes Book

The limited edition of the new making-of “Dune” book will cost fans just under $600. It’s that big.

‘Dune’ Passes Chinese Censorship, to the Relief of Fans

Chinese censors have approved Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi spectacular “Dune” for release in the world’s largest film market. The film has officially announced that it will hit local screens thi…

‘Dune’ Shifted Three Weeks Later in Warner Bros. Release Date Shuffle

The wait for “Dune” just got a bit longer. Warner Bros. has shifted the sci-fi epic to three weeks later, putting it at Oct. 22. It was previously set for Oct. 1. The move was part of a…

It’s Official: ‘Dune’ to World Premiere at Venice Film Festival

It’s official: Denis Villeneuve’s hotly anticipated “Dune” reboot will world premiere at the Venice Film Festival in September. As first anticipated by Variety, the fest has announced that th…

Denis Villeneuve’s ‘Dune’ Is Heading To The Venice Film Festival

Denis Villeneuve’s anticipated Dune remake is heading to the Venice Film Festival, according to our sources. Speculation has been rife but we hear it’s locked in, barring an unforeseen snafu …

Hollywood Cheers AT&T Retreat, Viewing Discovery As More Talent-Friendly Warner Steward; HBO Max Day-And-Date Strategy For ‘Dune’ Gets A Rewrite

As the news sank in about AT&T winding down its Hollywood foray via a $43 billion merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery, one word summed up the film industry’s prevailing reaction. Relief. …

Legendary’s Fight Against Warner Bros. Could Save ‘Dune’ from HBO Max — Report

Denis Villeneuve is strongly against Warner Bros. shifting "Dune" to the streamer.

Jason Momoa, Josh Brolin Stand by Villeneuve in Fight Against Warner Bros. Over ‘Dune’

"Long live the theater experience," Momoa and Brolin say in the wake of "Dune" shifting to HBO Max.

‘Dune’ Producer Legendary Entertainment May Sue Warner Bros. Over HBO Max Deal

Legendary Entertainment, the production company that co-financed “Dune” and “Godzilla vs. Kong,” may take legal action against Warner Bros. over the studio’s decision …

Frank Herbert’s Son Visited ‘Dune’ Set and Said It’ll ‘Forever Be the Definitive Adaptation’

The son of the legendary "Dune" author assures fans they will love Denis Villeneuve's vision.

Exclusive: Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune' Movie Is Moving to Late 2021

Denis Villenueve's big-budget adaptation of Dune has been pushed to October 1, 2021 by Warner Bros. and Legendary, according to sources.

Dune: Timothée Chalamet On The ‘Awe-Inspiring’ Desert Shoot – Exclusive Images

Empire speaks to Timothée Chalamet on set of Denis Villeneuve's Dune, and shares brand new images.

Alejandro Jodorowsky Will See Denis Villeneuve’s ‘Dune,’ but Says ‘It’s Impossible’ to Do It Right

Jodorowsky is not optimistic for a masterpiece after multiple failed attempts including his own.

‘Dune’ Art Director Says Villeneuve’s Films Will Be Up There with ‘Lord of the Rings’ Series

Supervising art director Tom Brown also said that Denis Villeneuve's "seminal version" is one that won't be topped.

Hans Zimmer Talks ‘Dune,’ James Bond, ‘The Lion King’ and Scoring His Way Through the Pandemic

Composer Hans Zimmer must be glad that ASCAP’s 2020 Screen Music Awards are virtual, because he’s so busy with upcoming films that he wouldn’t have time to pick up his Top Box Off…

'Dune' Director Denis Villeneuve Spent a Year Perfecting the Sandworm Design

The Dune sandworms design was tweaked and adjusted over the course of a year by director Denis Villeneuve, who wanted "to find the perfect shape."

Denis Villeneuve Compares Timothée Chalamet’s ‘Dune’ Story Arc to ‘The Godfather’

Timothée Chalamet is about to go full Michael Corleone.

Frank Herbert’s Son Says ‘Dune’ Author Would be ‘Incredibly Proud’ of Denis Villeneuve

Warner Bros. rolled out a handful of first look photos for "Dune" this week, introducing Villeneuve's vision for his Frank Herbert adaptation.

'Dune' confirmed to be split into two beautiful-looking movies

There's too much to cover in one movie.

Oscar Isaac Says the Tone of Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune' Adaptation Is Truer to the Novels

Oscar Isaac reveals new details about Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's novel Dune and focuses on what the movie's tone will be like.

Dune: Timothée Chalamet Calls Film the 'Craziest Shoot' of His Life

Dune star Timothée Chalamet revealed he can't believe what they built for the two-part film.

Exclusive: Rebecca Ferguson on Jessica's Strong Role in Dune Remake

ComingSoon.net asked star Rebecca Ferguson if her role as Lady Jessica in Warner Bros.' upcoming Dune honors Paul Atreides' mother as much as Paul himself, and if we get her perspective equally.

Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune' Will Have a More Empowered Take on Its Female Characters, Rebecca Ferguson Says

Rebecca Ferguson praised Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's book, which will offer a more progressive take on the Dune female characters.

Stellan Skarsgard Says Warner Bros. Is Not Messing With Denis Villeneuve’s ‘Dune’ Vision

Skarsgard's comment should come as relief to anyone worried Villeneuve might be on close watch after the "Blade Runner 2049" flop.

Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune' Delayed as WB Sets Elvis Presley Movie for 2021

Warner Bros. has delayed Denis Villeneuve's big-budget epic Dune by one month and confirmed an IMAX release for the star-studded film.

Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune,' Starring Timothée Chalamet, Has Officially Begun Filming As Full Cast Is Now Confirmed

After all the talk and casting rumors, it’s official – production on “Dune” has officially begun! Normally, hearing that another film was being made based on the Frank Herbert classic sci-fi novel would be cause for alarm. David Lynch gave the challenge a valiant effort, which is very Lynch-ian take on “Dune” back in 1984. …

Chang Chen Joining Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune' (Exclusive)

The 'Crouching Tiger' actor is in talks for Legendary's adaptation of the sci-fi novel.

EXCLUSIVE: ‘Arrival’ Creature Designer Carlos Huante Talks Working With Denis Villeneuve, ‘Blade Runner 2049’, and Is Doing Something For The ‘Dune’ Movie

HN Entertainment’s Nicholas Whitcomb spoke exclusively with creature designer Carlos Huante during a recent in-depth interview that took place on Friday. We talked about what got him into the…

‘Aquaman’s Jason Momoa Joins Killer Cast Of Denis Villenueve’s ‘Dune’

Legendary is in negotiations for Aquaman star Jason Momoa to join the cast of Denis Villeneuve’s film adaptation of Frank Herbert’s bestselling novel Dune. Momoa joins an already stellar cast of Ti…

Josh Brolin Joins Timothee Chalamet in All-Star 'Dune'

How much spicier can things get on Arrakis?

Behind the scenes of David Lynch’s disowned Science-Fiction film ‘Dune’ from 1984

A cult-classic

Zendaya in Talks to Join ‘Dune’ Reboot

Zendaya is in early negotiations to join Legendary’s “Dune” reboot, sources tell Variety. She would join a cast that includes Timothee Chalamet, Oscar Isaac, Rebecca Ferguson, Stellan Skarsgard, an…

Javier Bardem Joins Timothee Chalamet in ‘Dune’ Reboot

Javier Bardem is in negotiations to join the A-list ensemble of Legendary’s “Dune” reboot. He boards a cast that already includes Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Stellan Skar…

Zendaya Eyed To Star As Timothée Chalamet's Love Interest In 'Dune' From Denis Villeneuve

A new report suggests that Zendaya, of 'Spider-Man' fame, might be the latest actor to join the upcoming "Dune" film adaptation.

Dune reboot will span two movies, take at least two years, says Denis Villeneuve

We’ve known for a while that Denis Villeneuve is working on a reboot for Dune, Frank Herbert’s landmark sci-fi novel famously adapted for the big screen by David Lynch all the way back in 1984. But now we’re learning that Villeneuve has no plans to try to cram everything from the sprawling source material into just one movie.

Oscar Isaac in Talks to Join Timothee Chalamet in ‘Dune’ Reboot

Oscar Isaac is the latest star in negotiations to join Legendary’s “Dune” reboot, sources tell Variety. He will join a cast that includes Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Stel…

Rebecca Ferguson on Prepping for 'Dune' and Her 'Mission: Impossible' Future

The star, who is back in theaters as the chief villain in 'The Kid Who Would Be King,' also discusses her other villainous roles over the next 12 months: ‘Men in Black: International’ and ‘Doctor Sleep.’

Charlotte Rampling Joins Timothee Chalamet in 'Dune' (Exclusive)

Rampling will play the Reverend Mother Mohiam, the emperor’s truthsayer.

Stellan Skarsgard to Play Villain in Legendary's 'Dune'

Things are getting spicy on Arrakis.

Denis Villeneuve’s ‘Dune’ Gets Editor Joe Walker (Exclusive)

Reuniting after successive sci-fi films, "Arrival" and "Blade Runner 2049," Walker anticipates "great synaptic pleasure" cutting "Dune."

Dave Bautista Joins Legendary’s ‘Dune’ Reboot (EXCLUSIVE)

Dave Bautista has joined Legendary’s “Dune” reboot starring Timothee Chalamet, sources tell Variety. Denis Villeneuve is directing and is co-writing script with Eric Roth and Jon …