Overview

• Denis Villeneuve is finalizing the script for 'Dune: Messiah,' with production set to begin in summer 2025 and a theatrical release planned for December 18, 2026.
• Robert Pattinson is reportedly being considered for the role of Scytale, the film's chief villain, though no formal offer has been made yet.
• Returning cast members are expected to include Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Florence Pugh, continuing the saga of Paul Atreides.
• Villeneuve has accelerated plans for 'Dune: Messiah,' marking it as the concluding chapter of his adaptation of Frank Herbert’s novels.
• Pattinson’s busy schedule, including commitments to Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' and 'The Batman Part II,' could pose scheduling challenges for the potential role.