What is Dune: Prophecy about?
Dune Prophecy is a sci-fi drama television show produced by Cunning Hand, Annabelita Films, and Legendary Television for Max. Denis Villeneuve, Scott Z. Burns, Jon Spaihts, and Diane Ademu-John are among the executive producers of the series.
Who is making Dune: Prophecy?
Alison Schapker is the showrunner, a producer best known for her work on series such as Lost, Westworld and Altered Carbon. She is joined by Diane Ademu-John as a co-creator of the series. Anna Foerster directs multiple episodes having worked on shows such as Carnival Row, Jessica Jones, and Westworld.
Who stars in Dune: Prophecy?
Dune: Prophecy features Emily Watson in the role of Valya Harkonnen. She is best known for her performances in movies such as Synecdoche, New York, The Theory of Everything, and Punch-Drunk Love. She is joined by Olivia Williams who stars as Tula Harkonnen. Williams has starred in movies such as Victoria and Abdul, The Father, and Anna Karenina. Mark Strong, star of Kingsman, Cruella, and Sherlock Holmes, plays the role of Javicco Corrino. The show also stars Jade Anouka as Sister Theodosia; Chris Mason as Keiran Atreides; Aofie Hinds as Sister Emeline; Jodhi May as Empress Natalya; Travis Fimmel as Desmond Hart; Sarah-Sofie Boussnina as Princess Ynez. Indian actress Tabu stars as Sister Francesa.
What book is Dune: Prophecy based on?
The series is an adaptation of the book, Sisterhood of Dune by Brain Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson. The book is the first in a prequel trilogy of books known as Great Schools of Dune, which expand the lore and history of the universe.
When is Dune: Prophecy set?
Dune: Prophecy is a prequel television series set in the Dune universe. It takes place 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides, the main character of Dune.