Director Denis Villeneuve recently shared his aspirations to turn the Dune film series into a trilogy. In an interview with Empire, he expressed his hopes of making a third installment, stating, “If I succeed in making a trilogy, that would be the dream.” Villeneuve’s vision for the franchise diverges from the perception of the protagonist as a hero, aligning it more with the novel’s original warning.
A Twist in the Tale
Dune: Part Three would continue the narrative of Frank Herbert’s renowned 1965 novel, Dune. The second film, Dune: Part Two, will conclude the storyline introduced in the first book, setting the stage for a potential third installment. This film would draw inspiration from Herbert’s 1969 novel, Dune Messiah, which serves as a reaction to the hero status of Paul Atreides.
Villeneuve envisions the third film as a way to wrap up the franchise. Beyond Dune Messiah, the subsequent novels become more esoteric and challenging to adapt for the big screen. Herbert himself continued to expand the Dune universe with novels like Children of Dune, God Emperor of Dune, Heretics of Dune, and Chapterhouse: Dune. Following his passing, his son Brian Herbert took up the mantle and added to the lore with a series of prequel novels.
The fate of Dune: Part Three remains uncertain at this time. The ongoing strikes in the film industry have already impacted the release schedule of Dune: Part Two, postponing its premiere from October to March 15, 2024. As the industry navigates these challenges, the possibility of a third film coming to fruition hangs in the balance.
Star-Studded Cast
The Dune franchise boasts an impressive ensemble cast, featuring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Charlotte Rampling, Stellan Skarsgård, Javier Bardem, and Stephen McKinley Henderson. For the upcoming sequel, Florence Pugh, Lea Seydoux, Christopher Walken, Austin Butler, and Souheila Yacoub are joining the already stellar lineup.
As fans eagerly await the release of Dune: Part Two, speculations about the potential of a third film continue to circulate. Director Denis Villeneuve’s dream of turning Dune into a trilogy promises to add an extra layer of depth to the beloved science fiction saga. However, uncertainties in the industry and the future of the franchise make it impossible to predict whether the third installment will become a reality. Until then, audiences can immerse themselves in the captivating world of Dune, eagerly anticipating what the future may hold.
Leave a Reply