If you are a fan of science fiction mixed with drama and a dash of fantasy, then chances are that you have already watched Dune, multiple times for that matter. And soon enough, you will get a chance to watch the second part of this film series. Don’t worry, Dune: Part Two will have more Zendaya, whose role wasn’t as big in the first part.
Nevertheless, despite all the film and show delays that Hollywood has been through, Dune: Part Two is almost here, and better than ever. Dune: Part Two will be a continuation of Frank Herbert’s popular science fiction novel series, and will be directed by Denis Villeneuve.
So here’s everything you need to know about the highly anticipated Dune: Part Two, from the cast to the release date, and even some of the plot, ahead of its release.
Who is starring in Dune: Part Two?
As aforementioned, Zendaya will be making a comeback in Dune: Part Two, and her role will be much bigger, with more screen time this time. Zendaya will continue to play the role of Chani in the upcoming film, and there will be more moments between her, and the one and only Timothée Chalamet Paul Atreides.
The other cast members who are set to return in Dune: Part Two are Josh Brolin, Rebecca Furguson, Dave Bautista, Stellan Skarsgård, Javier Bardem, and Charlotte Rampling. So you will most definitely get a chance to see more of your favorites.
As for the newer cast members, rumor has it, and has confirmed it, the very popular and beloved stars Florence Pugh and Austin Butler are set to make an appearance in Dune: Part Two, already added to the star-studded cast on this science-fiction film.
What is the plot of Dune: Part Two?
To make things simpler for the viewers, if you are curious about watching Dune: Part Two, we would highly recommend watching the first part, to get more context, and of course, see the brilliant acting and chemistry between the characters.
That being said, Dune: Part Two will be set right after the first movie. The upcoming movie is set to explore cotninue the journey of Paul Atreides and Chani along with the Fremen they geer up to seek revenge against the conspirators who had once ruined his family.
Dune: Part Two will be all about choices, between love and fate to try an prevent a terrible future. There will be more action, more love, and more of everything in Dune: Part 2.
As we said before, there will be more of Chani and Paul in Dune: Part Two, and the official synopsis doubles down on that. It has also been revealed that Dune: Part Two was filmed on location in Budapest, Abu Dhabi, Jordan, and Italy.
What is the release date of Dune: Part Two?
The official release of Dune: Part Two is on March 15, 2024. So, although you will have to wait a little while before you can actually watch the movie, it will be in the first half of 2024, which is sooner than most big productions that will hit the screens in the following years.
While the release date of Dune: Part Two is in 2024, merely five months away from now, the filming for this movie began a year after the release of the first movie, which hit the screens in 2021.
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The filming for Dune: Part Two began in 2022, and wrapped up in the same year, and fans would have been able to watch the movie sooner, if it weren’t for the strikes, that sadly delayed the movie. The original release date for Dune: Part Two was October 20, which was then pushed to November 17, and now finally has been pushed to March 15, and hopefully, there won’t be any more delays.
Is there a trailer for Dune: Part Two?
There are two official trailers for Dune: Part Two, so there is plenty for fans to see ahead of the release and catch a glimpse of some of their favorite characters from the first movie. Both trailers have garnered a lot of attention from fans, with over 20 million views in each of them.
The first official trailer of Dune: Part Two set the mood, it was the perfect way to show the viewers what they were signing up for and reflected the connection to the first movie.
The second official trailer of the movie was a little more action-packed and showcased the clash between characters, and also a glimpse into one of the most anticipated characters The Emperor, played by Christopher Walken.
What is Dune: The Sisterhood?
The Dune universe is growing rapidly and Dune: The Sisterhood is further proof of that. So, if you haven’t got your Dune film after the movies, you can watch the HBO series Dune: The Sisterhood, which will be a part of the same universe, however, will be set 10,000 years before the events of Dune. Although, the release date has not been confirmed yet.
