HBO's 'Dune: Prophecy' Series Debuts

The new HBO series 'Dune: Prophecy,' set 10,000 years before the events of the original Dune saga, explores the formation of the Bene Gesserit sisterhood. Inspired by the novel 'Sisterhood of Dune' by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, the series follows Valya Harkonnen, portrayed by Emily Watson, amidst political intrigue and power struggles. Comparisons to 'Game of Thrones' highlight its complex narratives and character dynamics. Premiering to positive attention, the series is available on HBO, Sky Atlantic, and BINGE, with promotional viewing deals. It features a notable cast including Olivia Williams and Mark Strong, under showrunner Alison Schapker.