Following the premiere of earlier this week, we delve into the impressive cast list as they embrace their new characters.
The prequel series is a spin-off from Denis Villeneuve’s grandiose film saga and is set a staggering 10,000 years prior to Paul Atreides’ () rise to power.
The narrative centres around two Harkonnen sisters battling forces that jeopardise humanity’s future, while establishing the influential religious order known as the Bene Gesserit, reports .
This fresh Max and Legendary Television production draws inspiration from Brian Herbert and Kevin J Anderson’s novel, Sisterhood of Dune, and is situated within the expansive Dune universe originally crafted by author Frank Herbert.
But who are the biggest stars in Dune: Prophecy and where might you have seen them before? Let’s find out.
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Emily Watson plays Valya Harkonnen (Image: HBO/SKY)
Emily Watson as Valya Harkonnen
Esteemed actress Emily Watson steps into the shoes of Valya Harkonnen, the Mother Superior of the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood.
Beyond Dune:Prophecy, viewers may recognise her from roles in films such as The Theory of Everything, Kingsman: The Golden Circle, War Horse, and Book Thief.
She has also graced popular TV shows like , Apple Tree Yard and the 2017 Little Women mini-series.
Olivia Williams plays Tula Harkonnen (Image: HBO/SKY)
Olivia Williams as Tula Harkonnen
Dune:Prophecy’s Tula Harkonnen, who is Valya’s sister and a teacher to younger members of the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood, is portrayed by Olivia Williams.
The actress has previously appeared in huge titles including , The Sixth Sense and The Ghost Writer. Fans may also recognise her for her role as Mary Darling in 2003’s Peter Pan.
Mark Strong plays Emperor Javicco Corrino (Image: HBO/SKY)
Mark Strong as Emperor Javicco Corrino
Mark Strong takes on the role of Emperor Javicco, the ruler of the entire galactic empire in Dune: Prophecy.
The respected actor has a string of significant roles under his belt, including appearances in Zero Dark Thirty, 1917, Kingsman: The Secret Service and Disney’s Cruella.
Most recently, he featured in HBO’s The Penguin as Carmine Falcone and in Anand Tucker’s The Critic.
Travis Fimmel plays Desmond Hart (Image: HBO/SKY)
Travis Fimmel as Desmond Hart
Desmond Hart, played by Travis Fimmel, is already one of having survived an attack on Arrakis that wiped out all his comrades.
Fans of will undoubtedly recognise Fimmel from his role as Ragnar Lothbrok in the popular series.
His other notable roles include Anduin Lothar in Warcraft, McQueen Oodie in The Baytown Outlaws and Marcus in Raised by Wolves.
Sarah-Sofie Boussnina plays Princess Ynez (Image: HBO/SKY)
Sarah-Sofie Boussnina as Princess Ynez
Sarah-Sofie Boussnina portrays the determined daughter of Emperor Javicco Corrino, Princess Ynez.
Audiences might recall the actress from TV series like Knightfall, Black Lake, 1864 and The Bridge.
She has also featured in several films in recent years, including The Colony, The Birdcatcher and Mary Magdalene.
Josh Heuston plays Constantine Corrino (Image: HBO/SKY)
Josh Heuston as Constantine Corrino
Josh Heuston is set to make waves as a heartthrob in Dune: Prophecy, taking on the role of Constantine Corrino, the Emperor’s attractive illegitimate son.
Heuston has a background in modelling and even runs his own YouTube channel.
enthusiasts might recognise him from Dive Club, but he’s perhaps most famous for his portrayal of Dusty in Heartbreak High.
Chris Mason plays Keiran Atreides (Image: HBO/SKY)
Chris Mason as Keiran Atreides
Chris Mason steps into the shoes of the only Atreides to be a main character in the show, an ancestor of Paul Atreides from the Dune film saga, played by Timothee Chalamet.
Mason may be familiar to fans from his role as Leo Humphries in the 2017 crime series Broadchurch. He has also featured in shows such as Dirty John, Riverdale, and Law and Order: Organized Crime.
Jessica Barden plays young Valya Harkonnen (Image: HBO/SKY)
Jessica Barden as young Valya Harkonnen
Jessica Barden brings to life the younger version of Valya Harkonnen. She has starred in films like Hanna, The Lobster, and Pink Skies Ahead.
However, viewers are likely to remember Barden best for her role as Alyssa in the critically acclaimed series The End of the F**ing World.
Yerin Ha plays young Kasha Jinjo (Image: HBO/SKY)
Yerin Ha as young Kasha Jinjo
Although Yerin Ha has a slightly smaller role in Dune: Prophecy as the younger Kasha Jinjo, she deserves a mention as she has recently been cast as Benedict’s new love interest Sophie in season 4 of ‘s .
The actress has already amassed an impressive acting portfolio, featuring in films like Sissy and Troppo and the TV series Halo.
Dune: Prophecy airs Mondays at 2am in the UK, exclusively on Sky Atlantic and NOW. This coincides with its 9pm ET/6pm PT airdate in the US, where you can watch it on HBO or Max.