HBO unveiled a teaser for Dune: Prophecy, a prequel series set 10,000 years before the events of Dune. The first season, consisting of six episodes, premieres on HBO this November.
Previously titled Dune: The Sisterhood, the series features Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Tabu, Camilla Beeput, Sarah Lam, Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May, Mark Strong, Jade Anouka, Sarah-Sofie Boussnina, and Chris Mason.
The series is based on the novel Sisterhood of Dune by Brian Herbert and Kevin J Anderson. As per an official plotline, the series “follows the Harkonnen Sisters (Watson, Williams) as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind, and establish the fabled sect known as the Bene Gesserit.”
Its teaser showcases the early phase of the Bene Gesserit as well as hints at political intrigue and battles for power in space.
Diane Ademu-John, who created and executive produced the series, stepped down as co-showrunner in 2022. Alison Schapker took over as its sole showrunner, besides serving as an executive producer. Johan Renck directs the first episode and serves as an executive producer.
Denis Villeneuve, along with many others, holds executive producer credits. The others include Jon Spaihts, Scott Z. Burns, Matthew King, John Cameron, Cait Collins, Brian Herbert, Byron Merritt, Kim Herbert (representing the Frank Herbert estate), and Kevin J Anderson (co-producer). Max and Legendary TV produced it.
