Dune: The Sisterhood" set to redefine epic sci‑fi on HBO Max
Warner Bros. has unveiled the first trailer for the series Dune: The Sisterhood. The series' narrative unfolds long before the events depicted in Frank Herbert's novel and Denis Villeneuve's latest cinematic interpretation.
The global audience has seemingly rekindled its love for "Dune". The sequel to the adaptation of Frank Herbert's renowned novel hit cinemas at the end of February and has grossed roughly £617 million globally, positioning it as the year's most successful film. Consequently, Warner Bros. is undoubtedly relieved, having secured approval from viewers to expand the "Dune" universe further. It has been confirmed that Denis Villeneuve will helm the forthcoming instalment of "Dune".
But there's more. Fans are anticipating a series that HBO Max first announced back in 2019. "Dune: The Sisterhood", after several adjustments and a complete reboot, is set to premiere on the platform in the autumn of 2024. This prequel, set 10,000 years before "Dune", centres on sisters Valya and Tula Harkonnen as they combat forces endangering humanity's future and establish the iconic Bene Gesserit order.
Warner Bros.'s release of the first trailer has given us a glimpse of the series' aesthetics. The production appears impressive, sparking speculation about whether this could become the new "Game of Thrones."
"Dune: The Sisterhood" - cast details
The cast boasts several notable actors, including Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, and Mark Strong. The series also features Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May, Sarah-Sofie Boussnina, Josh Heuston, Chloe Lea, Jade Anouka, Faoileann Cunningham, Edward Davis, Aoife Hinds, Chris Mason, Shalom Brune-Franklin, Jihae, Tabu, Charithra Chandran, Jessica Barden, Emma Canning, and Yerin Ha.
Showrunners Alison Schapker, who is also behind the screenplay, and Anna Foerster, who directed several episodes, steer the series.
It's important to note that "Dune: The Sisterhood" draws inspiration from the 2012 novel "Sisterhood of Dune" by Kevin J. Anderson and Brian Herbert, the latter being Frank Herbert's second son.
