After the resounding success of the first two films in the sci-fi franchise, Dune Part Three is officially in the works, with director Denis Villeneuve at the helm once again.
The upcoming film will be an adaptation of Frank Herbert’s second book Dune Messiah and is currently in development by Legendary Pictures.
Denis Villeneuve’s direction in the first two Dune films, starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, received widespread critical acclaim. The latest installment, Dune: Part Two, grossed over $631 million worldwide, solidifying its status as the highest-grossing film of 2024.
According to a report from Deadline, the script for Dune: Part Three is already in progress. Additionally, Villeneuve revealed that his next project after the Dune franchise will be an adaptation of the nonfiction book Nuclear War: A Scenario.
Despite the development, the film has not yet been officially greenlit by Warner Bros. Villeneuve has been cautious about discussing a sequel, referring to the script as “barely an embryo” during the opening weekend of Dune: Part Two.
He emphasized that he would only pursue the project if it surpassed the success of its predecessor, which received acclaim from critics as one of the best science fiction thrillers of all time.
With Dune: Part Two poised for award-season success in 2025 following its ten Oscar nominations and six wins, anticipation is high for the continuation of the saga.
