The universe is about to change once again. The first official trailer for Dune 3: Messiah has just dropped, and Timothée Chalamet returns to his role as Paul Atreides, the Muad’Dib, in a gripping new chapter of the Dune saga. As Paul grapples with the enormous power he now wields over the desert planet Arrakis, he faces a future that may threaten not only his life but the fate of the entire universe. The next stage of his journey is set to be a thrilling, political, and existential battle of ideals, betrayal, and prophecy.

Directed by Denis Villeneuve (Dune, Blade Runner 2049), Dune 3: Messiah (2025) picks up after the events of Dune: Part Two, with Paul now firmly in control of Arrakis and its spice production. As the Emperor, Paul is a leader feared and admired, but his rise to power has brought about dangerous new enemies and the weight of his destiny as the Kwisatz Haderach—a godlike figure destined to shape the universe in ways no one could predict. The Fremen, his loyal followers, and the aristocracy all play their parts in a high-stakes game that will push Paul’s ideals, beliefs, and love to their breaking points.

The teaser opens with Paul Atreides (Chalamet) standing on a cliff, gazing out over the vast sands of Arrakis. The wind whispers, carrying the weight of his thoughts. His voice, calm but haunted, cuts through the silence: “I have seen the future. But that future is not mine to control.”

Key moments from the trailer include:

• Paul Atreides’ transformation, now a powerful leader who must navigate the political intrigue and deadly machinations of the noble houses, all while grappling with the terrifying implications of his prescient visions of the future

• The rise of the Bene Gesserit and other factions, who are secretly plotting to manipulate Paul’s reign, seeking to control him for their own purposes. Tensions rise as he must decide whether to trust those around him or confront them head-on

• A personal and political conflict as Paul tries to balance his responsibilities to his people, the Fremen, with his personal struggles and his love for Chani (played by Zendaya), while also navigating his growing alienation from those closest to him

• Paul’s visions of the future intensify, revealing an upcoming war that could devastate the entire universe. His prescient abilities show him the cost of victory and the fate that awaits him, forcing him to choose between the future he desires and the destruction that may come with it

• The political scheming of the Emperor’s court, where forces outside of Arrakis plot to challenge Paul’s rule and take control of the spice trade, leading to tense confrontations between the major powers of the galaxy

• A mysterious figure emerges in the trailer, Hayt, a ghola (clone) of Paul’s deceased friend Duncan Idaho, now under the control of Paul’s enemies. Played by Josh Brolin, Hayt is caught between loyalty to Paul and the manipulations of those who seek to use him to destroy Paul’s reign

• A dangerous betrayal unfolds as Paul’s closest allies turn against him, leading to the destabilization of his power and the loss of control over the very people he fought to free

• Epic action sequences, including large-scale battles in the desert, sandworms emerging from the vast dunes, and Paul’s forces clashing with those who seek to take Arrakis from him

• A heart-wrenching decision that Paul must make in the final moments of the trailer: whether to sacrifice everything he’s fought for in order to avoid the horrific future he’s seen, or to embrace his destiny at the cost of countless lives

• The arrival of new forces: The Ixians and Tleilaxu reveal new technologies and creations that challenge Paul’s control of the universe, adding layers of danger and intrigue to the political landscape of the story

The film promises to deliver the same intricate storytelling, deep philosophical questions, and breathtaking visuals that made the Dune saga a cinematic masterpiece. Chalamet’s return as Paul is sure to capture the internal and external battles the character faces, with the galaxy on the edge of collapse.

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

Dune 3: Messiah is set to hit theaters on November 20, 2025, with a global IMAX release for an epic, immersive experience that will take audiences deep into the heart of the desert and the future of the universe.

One leader. One prophecy. And a future that may destroy everything. 🌍🔥