HBO has commenced production for the second season of its spinoff series, Dune: Prophecy. Unlike its first season, which had six episodes, this upcoming season will feature eight episodes.
Key Details about Dune: Prophecy’s Second Season
- New Episodes: The sophomore season is expanding from six to eight episodes.
- Cast Additions: Indira Varma, Ashley Walters, and Tom Hollander are joining the cast.
- Production Locations: Filming is occurring in Hungary, Jordan, and Spain.
- Returning Producers: Alison Schapker is back as showrunner and executive producer.
- Expected Release: A premiere date is not confirmed, with 2027 being the likely timeframe.
New Cast Members
Indira Varma, known for her role in Game of Thrones, is one of the prominent additions. She is expected to bring depth to the series.
Ashley Walters, recognized for his Emmy-nominated performance in Netflix’s Adolescence, joins alongside Tom Hollander, who has appeared in HBO’s The White Lotus.
Returning Cast
The series will also feature several returning actors, including:
- Emily Watson
- Olivia Williams
- Travis Fimmel
- Jodhi May
- Sarah-Sofie Boussnina
- Josh Heuston
- Chloe Lea
- Jade Anouka
- Faoileann Cunningham
- Edward Davis
- Aoife Hinds
- Chris Mason
- Shalom Brune-Franklin
- Jessica Barden
- Emma Canning
- Yerin Ha
- Barbara Marten
- Tessa Bonham Jones
Storyline Overview
Dune: Prophecy is set 10,000 years before Paul Atreides’ rise. It focuses on two Harkonnen sisters fighting against threats to humanity’s future. The series aims to portray the establishment of the Bene Gesserit order, integral to the Dune universe created by Frank Herbert.
As HBO’s Dune: Prophecy gears up for its second season, fans are eager to see how the expanded episode count will enrich the storytelling.
