Jason Momoa Returns for 'Dune: Messiah' in 2026

Jason Momoa has confirmed his return as Duncan Idaho in the upcoming third installment of the 'Dune' franchise, titled 'Dune: Messiah'. Despite his character's death in the first film, his return aligns with Frank Herbert's novels, where Idaho is resurrected as a clone. Momoa revealed this information during an appearance on the TODAY show, joking about possibly getting in trouble for the early announcement. Denis Villeneuve, the director, has indicated that 'Dune: Messiah' will be different from its predecessors, taking place 12 years after 'Dune: Part Two'. The film is set to begin filming soon and is expected to be released in December 2026, with much of the original cast, including Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, returning.