Dune: Part Three is inspired by Herbert’s novel Dune: Messiah and will take place approximately 17 years after the end of Part twoaccording to Villeneuve, as Paul faces the consequences of his previous actions. Specifically, an assassination plot is brewing and Chani is “involved.” According to the official synopsis:
Dune: Part Three takes place nearly two decades after Paul Atreides took control of the Imperium. Now a ruthless emperor, Paul must face the consequences of his reign as old allies return, terrifying new threats emerge, and betrayal lurks in every shadow. Haunted by visions of the Empire’s collapse and the reappearance of his long-lost love, Paul is drawn into a vast conspiracy, with Chani at the heart of his mystery. As enemies close in, Paul must face the true cost of power and the fate of those he loves most.
Chalamet returns as Paul Atreides, alongside Zendaya, Pugh and Ferguson. Josh Brolin reprises his role as fencing master Gurney Halleck; Javier Bardem returns as Stilgar, leader of the Fremen tribe in Sietch Tabr; and Jason Momoa returns as Duncan Idaho/Hayt. Joining the cast is Anya Taylor-Joy as Alia, Paul’s younger sister; Robert Pattinson as the villainous Scytale, who plots to dethrone Paul; Isaach de Bankolé in the role of Farok, Paul’s former Fedaykin; Nakoa-Wolf Momoa (son of Jason) as Paul and Chani’s son Leto II Atreides; and Ida Brooke as Paul and Chani’s daughter, Ghanima Atreides.
Dune: Part Three hits theaters on December 18, 2026, face-to-face with Avengers: Apocalypse.
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