The desert sands are shifting, and the universe’s fate hangs in the balance. The first official trailer for Dune 3: Messiah has just been released, and Timothée Chalamet returns as Paul Atreides, the Kwisatz Haderach, in an action-packed, visually stunning continuation of Frank Herbert’s epic sci-fi saga.

Directed by Denis Villeneuve (Dune, Blade Runner 2049), Dune 3: Messiah picks up where Dune: Part Two left off, with Paul Atreides now firmly entrenched as Emperor of the Known Universe after his victory on Arrakis. As Paul’s reign begins, he faces new challenges—both from within his empire and from the shadows of his past. The religious and political ramifications of his rise to power begin to take hold, and he must navigate a path fraught with both prophecy and betrayal.

The teaser opens with Paul Atreides (Chalamet) standing on a cliff overlooking the vast desert of Arrakis, his eyes glowing with the power of the spice. His voice, echoing with both determination and burden, breaks the silence: “The future has been written. But I still have the power to rewrite it.”

Key moments from the trailer include:

• Paul Atreides fully embracing his role as Emperor, surrounded by his Fremen army and loyal allies, including Chani (played by Zendaya), as they face the political and religious pressures of ruling an empire

• The Bene Gesserit, led by Jessica Atreides (played by Rebecca Ferguson), manipulating behind the scenes, pulling strings in a complex power struggle that threatens to undo everything Paul has worked for

• The return of Baron Harkonnen (played by Stellan Skarsgård) in a new, even more grotesque form, plotting against Paul’s rule, using his power and influence to sabotage the Emperor’s reign

• The introduction of The Tleilaxu, a mysterious group of genetic engineers, who offer Paul a disturbing gift that could change the course of his destiny and the fate of the universe

• A stunning sequence where Paul undergoes a spiritual and philosophical transformation, questioning the nature of his power and whether the messianic role he has taken on is truly his own choice, or merely the fulfillment of a prophecy

• A dramatic encounter between Paul and his sister, Alia (played by Florence Pugh), whose growing powers are both a blessing and a curse, leading to a tense standoff that threatens to tear their family apart

• The revelation of a new threat: a mysterious and powerful force, hidden for centuries, that threatens not only Paul’s rule but the very existence of humanity’s future

• The emotional moment when Chani (Zendaya) confronts Paul with a simple but heart-wrenching question: “Will you be the ruler they want you to be, or the man you were meant to become?”

The film promises to continue the visually captivating, philosophical, and action-packed journey that Dune fans have come to love. Chalamet’s portrayal of Paul brings depth and nuance to the character, grappling with the burdens of power, prophecy, and the consequences of his own actions.

Social media is already buzzing with anticipation, with hashtags like #Dune3Messiah, #TimothéeChalametDune, and #ArrakisRe𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 trending across platforms worldwide.

Dune 3: Messiah is set to hit theaters on November 5, 2026, with a global IMAX release for an immersive cinematic experience.

One ruler. One empire. And the future of the universe at stake. 🌌🔥