The 2024 epic space opera film Dune: Part Two was directed by Denis Villeneuve, who co-wrote the screenplay with Jon Spaihts. It is the second installment in a two-part adaptation of Frank Herbert's 1965 novel Dune, which was released in 2021.
The movie follows Paul Atreides as he joins forces with the Fremen of Arrakis, a desert world, to fight House Harkonnen. It made its debut on February 6, 2024, at Mexico City's Auditorio Nacional. It was released on March 1 in the U.S.
Main cast of Dune: Part Two
Timothée Chalamet as Paul Atreides
The French-American actor Timothée Chalamet portrays Paul Atreidas in the film. The exiled Duke of House Atreides, Paul Atreides, joins the Fremen in their fight against the oppressive House Harkonnen.
Zendaya as Chani
The American actress and singer Zendaya portrays Chani, a young rebellious Fremen warrior in the film. Chani is Paul’s love interest in the story.
Zendaya is a renowned celebrity with multiple accolades including Golden Globe and Primetime Emmy. She was one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2022, according to Time.
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Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica
The Swedish actress Rebecca Ferguson portrays Lady Jessica in the film. Jessica is the concubine of Leto Atreides, Paul's late father and predecessor, and the mother of Paul.
Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck
The American actor Josh Brolin portrays Gurney Halleck in the film. Former House Atreides military commander Halleck is Paul's friend and mentor.
Josh Brolin's performance in the adventure movie The Goonies (1985) brought him recognition when he was a youngster. With his lead in the crime movie No Country for Old Men (2007), Brolin made a comeback after many years.
Stellan Skarsgård as Baron Vladimir Harkonnen
The Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård portrays Baron Vladimir Harkonnen in the film. Head of House Harkonnen, Baron Vladimir Harkonnen was once a steward of Arrakis and an enemy of the Atreides.
Skarsgård is well-known for his work with director Lars von Trier, which includes roles in Dancer in the Dark (2000), Dogville (2003), Melancholia (2011), Nymphomaniac (2013), and Breaking the Waves (1996).
Dave Bautista as Rabban
The American actor and retired wrestler Dave Bautista portrays Rabban, nephew of Baron Vladimir Harkonnen and older brother of Feyd-Rautha in the film.
Dave Bautista became well-known for his WWE tenure from 2002 to 2019 and is regarded as one of the most successful professional wrestlers of his time.
Charlotte Rampling as Reverend Mother Mohiam
The English actress Charlotte Rampling portrays Reverend Mother Mohiam, a Bene Gesserit Reverend Mother and the Emperor's Truthsayer, in the film.
Charlotte Rampling began her career as a model. She was chosen to play Meredith in the Lynn Redgrave-starring 1966 movie Georgy Girl. She later started making arthouse films in France and Italy.
Other cast of Dune: Part Two
Following are additional cast members of the film:
Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha
Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan
Christopher Walken as Emperor Shaddam IV
Léa Seydoux as Lady Margot Fenring
Souheila Yacoub as Shishakli
Javier Bardem as Stilgar
Anya Taylor-Joy as Alia Atreides
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FAQs about Dune: Part Two
A. Dune: Part Two is available to stream on Prime, Apple TV, YouTube, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
A. No, Paul Atreidas isn’t a villain.
A. Paul Atreides is the most powerful character in the Dune universe.
