Dune: Prophecy Season 2: All we know about renewal of HBO’s show

HBO has confirmed the renewal of Dune: Prophecy for a second season. The announcement was made during a virtual press conference. The news comes just days before the finale of the first season, scheduled to air on December 22.

Renewal

HBO officially renewed Dune: Prophecy for another season. The news was revealed in a virtual event. This decision follows positive audience reception and critical acclaim for its debut season.

Series Background

Dune: Prophecy serves as a prequel to the Dune films by Denis Villeneuve. The story takes place over 10,000 years before the events in the movies. It focuses on the Bene Gesserit, an influential order that shapes the politics of Arrakis.


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Plot, Cast and Characters

The series adapts Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson’s novel, Sisterhood of Dune. It centers on Valya Harkonnen and Tula Harkonnen. These sisters work to protect humanity against emerging threats. They are ancestors of the infamous House Harkonnen, pivotal in the Dune films.

The cast includes Emily Watson as Valya Harkonnen and Olivia Williams as Tula Harkonnen. Other actors feature Mark Strong as Emperor Javicco Corrino and Sarah-Sofie Boussnina as Princess Ynez. The ensemble also involves Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May and Josh Heuston.

Production Team

Alison Schapker serves as the showrunner and executive producer. Diane Ademu-John co-developed the show and is also an executive producer. Anna Foerster directed multiple episodes, including the premiere, and holds an executive producer credit. The series is produced by HBO in collaboration with Legendary Television.

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The executive producers include Jordan Goldberg, Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson. Additional team members from the Frank Herbert estate contribute to its production.

FAQs

What is Dune: Prophecy about?
The series explores the origins of the Bene Gesserit order, focusing on political intrigue and threats to humanity in a timeline preceding the Dune films by 10,000 years.

When will Season 2 be released?
HBO has not announced the release date for Season 2. It is expected to follow the positive reception of Season 1's finale.