Dune 3 in Works After Part Two’s Successful Opening Weekend

The epic sequel to the science fiction hit comes nearly three years after the first Dune, amassing almost $180 million worldwide in its opening weekend.

With the success of both films in the series, Warner Brothers has not confirmed if, or when a third installment is coming, but director Denis Villeneuve has high hopes.

“But I would love [and] I think it would make sense to me to totally finish Paul Atreides’ arc by doing ‘Dune Messiah,’ and it’s in the works right now,” the director stated.

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Dune: Part Two follows the continuation of Paul Atreides’ journey after reuniting with Chani and the Fremen in an attempt to seek revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.

Timotheé Chalamet reprises his role as Paul, with Zendaya co-starring as Chani. The film also features A-list celebrities, such as Austin Butler, Anya Taylor-Joy, Florence Pugh, Josh Brolin, Rebecca Ferguson, and Christopher Walken.

Dune: Part Two had an impressive first weekend at the box office, opening with $178 million, becoming the first blockbuster of 2024. The film has had the largest opening weekend since Barbie, which premiered last July.

Fans have also been enjoying the latest installment of the Dune series, leaving the theater in a “daze” and calling it “one of the most spectacular films ever made.”

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With Barbie and Dune being two of the most successful films produced by Warner Brothers, it’s safe to say Villeneuve’s dreams of completing the trilogy might come true in the near future.

Chalamet is also hopeful, but he teased about the second film’s success. “The rule is, I think, this would have to be successful…Knock on wood. Fingers crossed,” the actor stated.

With the film currently sitting at $183 million in box office earnings, Dune: Part Two is an action-packed thrill ride that fans do not want to miss. You can watch the film now at a theater near you.