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Robert Pattinson in Talks for Key Role in 'Dune: Messiah'

Denis Villeneuve finalizes the script as production gears up for a summer start, with a December 2026 release planned.

  • Robert Pattinson is reportedly being considered for a significant role in the upcoming 'Dune: Messiah,' though no formal offer has been made.
  • The sequel will continue Paul Atreides' journey, with Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Florence Pugh expected to reprise their roles.
  • Denis Villeneuve is confirmed to return as director, ensuring creative continuity for the franchise's next chapter.
  • Principal photography for 'Dune: Messiah' is scheduled to begin in summer 2025, targeting a theatrical release on December 18, 2026.
  • The Dune franchise, a collaboration between Legendary and Warner Bros., has become a critical and commercial success, expanding with films and a prequel TV series.
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