Dune: Prophecy release date, cast and everything we know so far
The world of Dune is set to expand once again with the upcoming release of Dune: Prophecy later this year and is set to be released on one of the best streaming services, Max. Originally titled Dune: The Sisterhood, it is based on the first novel by Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson in their prequel trilogy Dune: The Great Schools.
Following the success of Denis Villeneuve’s adaptation of Herbert’s legendary sci-fi saga, this latest installment promises to explore the history of Arrakis, the noble houses and, most importantly, the Sisterhood.
So far we’ve gotten two teaser trailers for Dune: Prophecy that confirm much of the cast, but in the coming months there will likely be a full-length trailer that really reveals what to expect from the series. For now, we’ve gathered the latest updates on cast, plot developments, and even rumored episode guide glimpses. And as the release date gets closer, we’ll continue to come back to this page with exciting updates.
And without further ado, here’s everything you need to know about this highly anticipated sequel to the legendary saga, coming soon to Max.
Release date of “Dune: Prophecy”
The first teaser trailer for “Dune: Prophecy” revealed a release date in September, October or November of this year. However, the latest trailer confirmed that the series will hit the big screen sometime in 2018. November 2024. This means we don’t have to wait long for the highly anticipated prequel series to come to Max.
It is also likely that this series will release episodes weekly, similar to House of the Dragon, so the final episode could air sometime in December.
IMDb has already listed the names for the first three episodes (and it looks like there will be six episodes in total). These names include “The Hidden Hand,” “Two Wolves,” and “Sisterhood Above All.” It is not confirmed whether these are the real titles.
“Dune: Prophecy” cast
Dune: Prophecy has actually undergone some major cast changes since the spinoff was commissioned by Legendary Television in 2019. After some creative reshuffling, the final cast list was confirmed between November 2022 and June 2023. Alison Schapker was named showrunner, while Anna Foerster served as director on several episodes.
This prequel series features a whole host of characters, with only a few taking on recurring roles. However, don’t expect to see Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, or Rebecca Ferguson, as this series is set 10,000 years before their time.
Here are all the confirmed cast members:
- Emily Watson as Valya Harkonnen, leader of the Sisterhood
- Travis Fimmel as Desmond Hart, a soldier who tries to gain the Emperor’s trust at the expense of the Sisterhood
- Mark Stark as Emperor Javicco Corrino, who maintains a fragile peace within the Corrino Empire
- Olivia Williams as Tula Harkonnen, Valya’s sister and Reverend Mother
- Sarah-Sofie Boussnina as Princess Ynez, a princess struggling with the pressure of her responsibilities as heir to the Golden Lion Throne
- Taboo as Sister Francesca, the Emperor’s former lover
- Jodhi May as Empress Natalya, a formidable queen who united thousands of worlds in her marriage to Emperor Corrino
- Aoife Hinds as Sister Emeline, an acolyte who accompanies her training in the sisterhood with fervent religiosity
- Josh Heuston as Constantine Corrino, the illegitimate son of Javicco
- Faoileann Cunningham as Sister Jen, a wild, unpredictable acolyte in training at the Sisterhood School
- Shalom Brune-Franklin as Mikaela, a strong-willed Fremen woman
- Jihae as Reverend Mother Kasha Jinjo, the Emperor’s fortune teller
- Anouka Jade as Sister Theodosia, a talented and ambitious acolyte of the sisterhood
- Chris Mason as Keiran Atreides, sword master of a great house
- Chloe Lea as Lila, the youngest acolyte of the Sisterhood School
- Camilla Beeput as Reverend Mother Dorotea, founder and leader of the schismatic Orthodox sisterhood
- Callum Coates as Lord Hagal, who leads the House of Hagal
- Edward Davis as Harrow Harkonnen, an aspiring politician from a once great family
First look at Taboo as Sister Francesca in the series “DUNE: PROPHECY”. pic.twitter.com/IrNYBsAKrs13 August 2024
Plot of “Dune: Prophecy”
Set 10,000 years before Paul Atreides’ (Timothée Chalamet) rise to power, Dune: Prophecy focuses on two sisters from the House of Harkonnen who overcome challenges that threaten the future of humanity and pave the way for the founding of the Bene Gesserit order.
Inspired by the novel Dune, co-written by Brian Herbert, son of original Dune author Frank Herbert, with Kevin J. Anderson, this prequel series delves deep into the rich lore of the Dune universe, expanding on the novel’s foundations to explore the origins of key characters and institutions crucial to the saga.
The latest trailer explores the early years of the Bene Gesserit, highlighting their internal power struggles and strategic maneuvers in the vastness of space. As the trailer said, “They seek to serve the great houses and direct the flow of power. They must first exercise power over themselves.”
Dune: Prophecy is set from the perspective of the Bene Gesserit, a secret order of women who have developed extraordinary abilities through mastery of body and mind. As they navigate the feudal politics and intrigue of the Empire, they work skillfully to advance their own hidden agendas that lead them to the planet Arrakis.
The official synopsis reads: “Set 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, DUNE: PROPHECY follows two Harkonnen sisters as they battle forces that threaten the future of humanity and found the fabled sect that becomes known as the Bene Gesserit.”
Trailer for “Dune: Prophecy”
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Max released the first official teaser trailer in May when he announced that the prequel series would be coming to the streamer this fall. While it’s only a minute and 30 seconds long, it still gave us a good look at the characters.
To be clear, the teaser looks stunning, not to mention exciting. The warm tones and classic ambient music immediately tell us we’re in the world of Dune. The spaceships, costumes, and iconic shots of the sisterhood transport us into that universe while also giving us a glimpse of what’s to come.
Another teaser trailer will be released in July, which includes the confirmed release date of November 2024. In the latest sneak peek, Emily Watson’s character Valya discusses how to control the “flow of power.” Another member of the Bene Gesserit warns a group, saying, “The more influence our sisterhood gains, the more enemies we make.”
We also see the Sisterhood’s influence on the “levers of power” growing, but Valya acknowledges that her influence is still weak. She tells her sister Tula, “I’m trying to protect the Empire. Sacrifices must be made.”
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