Dune: Prophecy, the highly praised prequel to the Dune franchise, has captivated both audiences and critics since its release in November 2024. The series focuses on the origins of the Bene Gesserit, a powerful and enigmatic group integral to the Dune universe.
Loosely based on the books by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, Dune: Prophecy takes place over 10,000 years before the events of Dune, providing insight into the formative years of major houses in the franchise. Max confirmed that the series has been renewed for a second season, just months after the debut of its first.
The show stars Emily Watson as Valya Harkonnen and Olivia Williams as Tula Harkonnen, alongside Chloe Lea as Sister Lila and Jade Anouka as Sister Theodosia. The official synopsis highlights the central plot: the two Harkonnen sisters working to combat threats to humanity’s future while establishing the Bene Gesserit sect.
Olivia Williams, who plays Tula, shared her excitement for the second season at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Though she’s not privy to the full plot details, Williams is looking forward to filming, which will begin in the fall of 2025. Both Williams and Watson will return to reprise their roles as the Harkonnen sisters, whose growing influence will play a key role in shaping the Bene Gesserit.
Season 2 of Dune: Prophecy is expected to premiere in early or mid-2026, and fans can anticipate even deeper involvement from the Harkonnen sisters as their story continues to unfold.