Dune (2021)

Feature adaptation of Frank Herbert's science fiction novel, about the son of a noble family entrusted with the protection of the most valuable asset and most vital element in the galaxy.

Director:

Denis Villeneuve

Writers:

Frank Herbert (novel), Jon Spaihts (screenplay by)

Stars:

Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Timothée Chalamet

Cast

Credited cast, sorted by IMDb STARmeter:
Zendaya	...	Chani
Rebecca Ferguson	...	Lady Jessica
Timothée Chalamet	...	Paul Atreides
Jason Momoa	...	Duncan Idaho
Josh Brolin	...	Gurney Halleck
Dave Bautista	...	Glossu 'Beast' Rabban
Oscar Isaac	...	Duke Leto Atreides
Stellan Skarsgård	...	Baron Vladimir Harkonnen
Javier Bardem	...	Stilgar
Charlotte Rampling	...	Gaius Helen Mohiam
David Dastmalchian	...	Piter De Vries
Stephen McKinley Henderson	...	Thufir Hawat
Michael Nardone	...	Gurney Sergeant
Sharon Duncan-Brewster	...	Liet-Kynes
Chen Chang	...	Dr. Wellington Yueh

Storyline

A mythic and emotionally charged hero's journey, "Dune" tells the story of Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence-a commodity capable of unlocking humanity's greatest potential-only those who can conquer their fear will survive.

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Plot Keywords:

dune | based on novel | feudalism | adaptation | desert | 

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Taglines:

Beyond fear, destiny awaits.

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Genres:

Adventure | Drama | Sci-Fi

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for sequences of strong violence, some disturbing images and suggestive material

Did You Know?

Trivia

At one point, Peter Jackson expressed interest in directing a new film adaptation of Dune.

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Quotes

Paul Atreides: There's something happening to me. Something waking up in my mind. I can't control it.
Gaius Helen Mohiam: What did you see?
Paul Atreides: There's a crusade coming.

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Crazy Credits

The Warner Bros and Legendary Pictures logos are brown and sparkle with sand/melange spice.

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Connections

Featured in NBC Sunday Night Football: Week 1 NFL Kickoff Game: Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs (2020)

Details

Country:

Canada Hungary USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

1 October 2021 (USA)

Also Known As:

Dune

Filming Locations:

Origo Film Studios, Budapest, Hungary

Box Office

Budget:

$165,000,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Legendary Entertainment, Villeneuve Films, Warner Bros.

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

12-Track Digital Sound (IMAX 12 track) SDDS Sonics-DDP DTS (DTS: X) Auro 11.1 Dolby Surround 7.1 Dolby Atmos Dolby Digital IMAX 6-Track

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.39 : 1