Robert Pattinsoncould be appearing in the next installment of theDunefranchise. According toDeadline, the acclaimed star is reportedly being eyed by Legendary and Warner Bros. for a role in the upcomingDune: Messiah, the sequel that will continue to explore the next stage in Paul Atreides' (Timothée Chalamet) journey across the big screen. No formal offer has been made to the actor at this point, but Robert Pattinson’s addition to theDunefranchise shouldn’t come as a surprise, considering how the performer has been working closely with Warner Bros. during the recent years of his trajectory as an artist.
Robert Pattinson recently starred in this year’sMickey 17, the movie that brought the story written byEdward Ashtonfrom the page to the screen.Bong Joon Howas eager to continue his career as a filmmaker after the praise he received thanks to his work onParasite. The result turned out to be an adaptation that didn’t meet the studio’s expectations at the box office, but received plenty of positive reviews. Robert Pattinson is also working with Warner Bros. thanks to his role as Bruce Wayne inthe newTheBatmanmovie.Matt Reevesselected theTwilightstar as his Caped Crusader, with the next installment of the vigilante’s journey scheduled to premiere in theaters on July 09, 2025.
Dune: Messiahwill reunite audiences with Paul Atreides after the events ofDune: Part Two.Denis Villeneuvewill return to direct the continuation ofFrank Herbert’s work on the big screen, in a sequel that is also expected to featureZendayaandFlorence Pughreprising their respective roles as Chani and Princess Irulan. The sequel is expected to explore how Paul Atreides deals with the power he gains by becoming the leader of trillions of people from all over the universe. TheDune: Prophecytelevision series began to toy with the idea of this prophecy allowing an Atreides to rise to power. Viewers will also likely experience the full power of Paul Atreides' army inDune: Messiah.
When Will ‘Dune: Messiah’ Be Released?
Dune: Messiahis expected to premiere in theaters on July 04, 2025. It’s important to point out that the datehasn’t been officially assignedto anotherDunemovie, but it has been stated that this is the spot on the calendar Warner Bros. and Legendary have claimed for the next film by Denis Villeneuve. Considering howDune: Messiahis expected to go into principal photography during this summer, it might be a matter of time before Warner Bros. confirms that next year will mark the return of Paul Atreides to cinemas. In the meantime, the studio is preparing for the release ofSupermanandThe Conjuring: The Last Rites.
A release date forDune: Messiahhasn’t been officially confirmed by Warner Bros. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
Dune: Part Three
Source:Deadline
