Dune: Part Three (2026)

Dune: Part Three is an upcoming American epic science fiction film directed by Denis Villeneuve from a screenplay co-written with Brian K. Vaughan. The film is a sequel to Dune: Part Two (2024) and the final installment of Villeneuve's trilogy based on Frank Herbert's novels. The plot is based on the novel Dune Messiah (1969) and follows Paul Atreides as he tries to cope with the consequences of his rise to power, facing political conspiracies and a galactic holy war that threatens to destroy everything he loves.

Key Information

• Director: Denis Villeneuve
• Screenwriters: Denis Villeneuve, Brian K. Vaughan
• Composer: Hans Zimmer
• Studios: Warner Bros. Pictures, Legendary Pictures
• Release Date: December 18, 2026 (USA, IMAX)
• Format: IMAX 70mm

Cast

• Timothée Chalamet — Paul Atreides
• Zendaya — Chani
• Jason Momoa — Duncan Idaho
• Florence Pugh — Princess Irulan
• Rebecca Ferguson — Lady Jessica
• Javier Bardem — Stilgar
• Anya Taylor-Joy — Alia Atreides
• Robert Pattinson — Scytale
• Isaach de Bankolé — Farok
• Charlotte Rampling — Reverend Mother Mohiam
• Josh Brolin — Gurney Halleck (rumored)
• Ida Brook — Ghanima

Plot

After the events of Dune: Part Two, Paul Atreides becomes Emperor, but his rule leads to a brutal jihad that engulfs the galaxy. Twelve years pass, and Paul faces numerous conspiracies, particularly from the Bene Gesserit, the Spacing Guild, and the Tleilaxu, who seek to overthrow him. Scytale, a Face Dancer from the Tleilaxu, plays a key role in these intrigues. The film explores themes of power, religion, fate, and sacrifice, concluding the story of Paul Atreides.

Dune Franchise Timeline (Denis Villeneuve films)

• Dune (2021) — The first part of the epic adaptation of Frank Herbert's novel. Young Paul Atreides travels to the desert planet Arrakis, where his family falls into a deadly trap, and he discovers his destiny among the Fremen. (2 hr 35 min)
• Dune: Part Two (2024) — The sequel, in which Paul joins forces with the Fremen to avenge the destruction of his home and embraces his destiny as the Kwisatz Haderach, leading to a galactic war. (2 hr 46 min)
• Dune: Part Three (2026) — The final installment of the trilogy, based on Dune Messiah. Paul tries to control the consequences of his jihad, facing internal and external threats.

Where to Watch

The film will be released in theaters worldwide on December 18, 2026, including IMAX. Official website: dunemovie.com. Currently, the film is not available on streaming platforms, but after its theatrical run, it is expected to appear on Max (USA) and other services. To search for Ukrainian localizations, you can use UAKino.