Dune: Part 3, based on Frank Herbert’s novel Dune Messiah, will be set approximately 17 years after the events of Dune: Part 2. According to director Denis Villeneuve, Paul Atreides will face the consequences of his earlier actions as an assassination plot takes shape, with Chani reportedly involved.
Paul Atreides faces the consequences of power
The official synopsis places the story almost 20 years after Paul seizes control of the Empire:
Dune: Part 3 takes place almost 20 years after Paul Atreides seizes control of the Empire. Now a ruthless emperor, Paul must face the consequences of his reign as former allies return, terrifying new threats emerge, and betrayal lurks in every shadow. Haunted by visions of the collapse of an empire and the return of a long-lost love, Paul becomes embroiled in a massive conspiracy that centers on a mystery revolving around Chani. As his enemies close in, Paul must face the true cost of power and the fate of those he loves most.
Cast and characters
Timothée Chalamet will return as Paul Atreides, alongside Zendaya, Florence Pugh, and Rebecca Ferguson. Josh Brolin will reprise his role as Weapons Master Gurney Halleck, while Javier Bardem will return as Stilgar, leader of the Fremen tribe of Sietch Tabr.
Jason Momoa is also set to return as Duncan Idaho and Hayt. Anya Taylor-Joy has joined the cast as Paul’s sister Arya. Robert Pattinson will play Scytail, a villain plotting to usurp Paul’s throne.
Isaach de Bankolé will portray Farrokh, one of Paul’s former Fedaykin. Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, Jason Momoa’s son, will play Paul and Chani’s son, Leto II Atreides. Ida Brooke will play their daughter, Ganima Atreides.
Release date
Dune: Part 3 is scheduled to be released in theaters on December 18, 2026. The source also references Avengers: Doomsday in connection with the release date.
Source: arstechnica.com