HBO's Dune: Prophecy Premieres November 17

HBO's new prequel series, Dune: Prophecy, explores the origins of the enigmatic Bene Gesserit, set approximately 10,000 years before Paul Atreides' birth. Based on Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson’s novel Sisterhood of Dune, the series follows the power struggles within the Sisterhood as they seek to influence the political landscape following the Butlerian Jihad, where thinking machines were destroyed. Key characters include Valya Harkonnen and her sister Tula, who navigate the complexities of recruitment and manipulation within the Great Houses. Critics suggest that the series aims to position itself as a successor to Game of Thrones, highlighting the differences and blurred lines between film and television in storytelling. The six-episode series promises to delve into multiple timelines, with a focus on the early foundations of the Sisterhood and the conflicts that arise from their ambitions. With high production values and a compelling narrative, Dune: Prophecy is set to expand the beloved Dune universe while raising questions about the nature of power and vengeance.