Jason Momoa Confirms Return as Duncan Idaho in 'Dune 3'
The actor revealed he will reprise his role in Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of 'Dune Messiah,' set to begin filming in summer 2025 for a December 2026 release.
- Jason Momoa announced his return as Duncan Idaho during an interview, confirming the character's resurrection as a clone in alignment with the 'Dune Messiah' storyline.
- The third film, often referred to as 'Dune: Messiah,' will explore Paul Atreides' challenges as Emperor 12 years after the events of 'Dune: Part Two.'
- Denis Villeneuve emphasized that the movie will have a distinct identity, diverging from the tone of the first two films while remaining faithful to Frank Herbert's source material.
- Key cast members, including Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Florence Pugh, and Anya Taylor-Joy, are expected to reprise their roles in the sequel.
- Filming is scheduled to start in summer 2025, with a planned release date of December 2026, marking Villeneuve's final planned installment in the 'Dune' series.