Will there be 'Dune 3'? Everything we know about this sci-fi movie

After 'Dune 2' proved to be a massive success with a worldwide box office collection of more than $630 million and counting, director Denis Villeneuve has planned to make its sequel. Led by Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya and a host of other Hollywood A-listers, 'Dune 2' has become the highest-grossing film of 2024. Released in 2021, the original 'Dune' grossed $402 million globally. In the sequel, Chalamet's Paul Atreides fights to exact revenge against those who destroyed his family.

Denis Villeneuve in talks with Legendary

According to 'Variety', Denis Villeneuve is in talks with Legendary to produce, adapt and direct Annie Jacobsen's Pulitzer Prize finalist 'Nuclear War: A Scenario'. His producing partner Tanya Lapointe is most likely to join him in this project.

Based on dozens of exclusive interviews with military and civilian experts who built the nuclear weapons and have been working on the response plans, Jacobsen's book "explores a ticking-clock scenario about what would happen in the event of a nuclear war".

Villeneuve: Master story-teller

Villeneuve has proved himself a maestro in filmmaking with his masterful art of storytelling. The stellar performances by the cast have also captivated audiences worldwide and set a new benchmark for cinematic achievements in the sci-fi genre. His films set the box office on fire with their broad appeal, and universal themes of power, revenge, and destiny. These elements resonate deeply with viewers.

Script of 'Dune Messiah'

Talking to South Korean press, Villeneuve said that 'Dune Messiah' is being written right now. He said, "The screenplay is almost finished but it is not finished. It will take a little time … There’s a dream of making a third movie … it would make absolute sense to me."

He also said that he wants to take a break between Part Two and Part Three.

Jacobsen has also written 'Area 51,' 'Operation Paperclip,' 'The Pentagon’s Brain,' 'Phenomena,' 'Surprise,' 'Kill Vanish,' and 'First Platoon.'

FAQs:

When will production of 'Dune 3' begin?
Released in 2021, the original 'Dune' grossed $402 million globally.'Dune 3' is in the initial stage of planning, Denis Villeneuve is in talks with Legendary and its script is being written. Besides, he has said that he wants to take a break.

How did 'Dune' and 'Dune 2' perform at the box office?
'Dune 2' proved to be a massive success with a worldwide box office collection of more than $630 million and still counting.