Denis Villeneuve to Fast-Track 'Dune: Messiah' as Next Film

The director cites fan enthusiasm and a sense of responsibility as reasons for prioritizing the third installment in the Dune saga.

Denis Villeneuve has confirmed that 'Dune: Messiah' will be his next project, shifting plans to take a break after 'Dune: Part Two.'
The decision was influenced by widespread acclaim and strong box office performance of 'Dune: Part Two,' which grossed nearly $715 million globally and earned five Oscar nominations.
Villeneuve stated he felt inspired by fans' appetite for more and a responsibility to complete Paul Atreides' story after the events of 'Part Two.'
'Dune: Messiah' will adapt Frank Herbert's second novel in the series and is expected to remain faithful to the source material, continuing the narrative 12 years after the start of Paul's holy war.
While not officially dated, the film is speculated to target a December 2026 release, with production likely to begin this year.