The return to Arrakis in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two has been sadly pushed back until 2024. This news is both entirely unsurprising and equally disappointing. It comes as a result of the ongoing dual Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA strikes, which are currently bringing Hollywood to its knees in the fight for equity across the board.
It was widely speculated that the movie could have to be rescheduled because of the strikes, and sure enough, that outcome has materialized. Let’s take a look at everything there is to know about Dune 2.
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What Is Dune 2 Release Date?
The second installment of the Dune will be released in theaters on March 15, 2024. The story of Dune Part Two will pick up exactly where Part One left off, focusing on Paul Atreides’s development into the messiah that the Bene Gesserit had foretold he would become. This is one of the most important aspects of Frank Herbert’s epic.
Check the tweet below which confirms the release date of Dune 2.
Denis Villeneuve’s ‘DUNE: PART TWO’ has been delayed to March 15, 2024. pic.twitter.com/nOsNpbFcvd
— Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) August 24, 2023
Rebecca Ferguson, who plays the role of Lady Jessica, Paul’s mother, demonstrated her excited anticipation for the impending sequel. The first segment was incredible, thanks to its epic scope, jaw-dropping close-ups, and brilliant acting. However, let us warn you that in comparison to what’s in store for Part two, this is going to feel like a gut-wrenching emotional blow.
The movie also features Zendaya, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Stellan Skarsgard, Javier Bardem, and Charlotte Rampling, in addition to Chalamet. The much-anticipated role of Feyd-Rautha Harkkonen will be played by Austin Butler, and Christopher Walken will take on the role of Emperor Shaddam IV.
Other newcomers to the cast include Florence Pugh, who will portray Princess Irulan Corrino, and Austin Butler, who will play Austin Butler. In addition, Léa Seydoux has been added to the cast in the part of Lady Margot. The upcoming actor Souheila Yacoub will be seen in the character of Shishakli, while Tim Blake Nelson has been hired in a role whose specifics have not yet been revealed.
Why Is Dune 2 Pushed Back?
Following discussions with Legendary Entertainment, who co-produced the movie, Warner Bros. made the announcement today that the continuing story of Timothée Chalamet’s Paul Atreides would move to next year. Both parties agreed that a move until next year was the best bet for all involved, as at this time the film would not get the promotional campaign that it deserves in order to get eyes on the prize.
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The release of Dune: Part Two has been pushed back because of the ongoing labor disputes, which have now gone on for months rather than the weeks that were previously anticipated. As a result of the industrial action taken by SAG-AFTRA, performers are not allowed to participate in any promotional work for new projects or even their previous work.
This would imply that the star-studded A-list cast of the movie would have to remain at home during the significant publicity push that was made to get bums on seats. Given that Dune was initially released towards the tail end of the pandemic, which cost it a greater box office share, one can’t help but question whether the films almost seem to be cursed at this point, given that the timing of its initial release cost it a larger percentage of the market.
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