Dune: Prophecy: Season 1
2024 · 6 episodes · ★ 6.7
What Season 1 of Dune: Prophecy
The season begins eighty years after a human alliance defeated the thinking machines, which came close to wiping out the human species. Ten thousand years before the events of the Dune novel, Valya and Tula Harkonnen fight to hold on to the power and influence of the Sisterhood. Both must face threats that put the future of humanity at risk, while laying the foundations of the order that will later be known as the Bene Gesserit. Emily Watson plays Valya and Olivia Williams plays Tula. Desmond, whose power keeps growing, hunts the insurgents. The series, aired on HBO, serves as a prequel to the Denis Villeneuve films.
Season 1 Episodes
1x01 The Hidden Hand
On Wallach IX, young Valya Harkonnen promises Mother Superior Raquella that she'll protect the Sisterhood by putting one of their own on the Imperial Throne. Thirty years later, Valya faces a threat to her long-awaited plan.
Directed by Anna Foerster · Written by Diane Ademu-John · Starring Shalom Brune-Franklin, Josh Heuston, Jessica Barden, Jihae
1x02 Two Wolves
After receiving word about events on Salusa Secundus, Valya brings Theodosia to the Imperial House to help manage the situation. Meanwhile, a reluctant Tula enlists Lila for a vital mission.
Directing: John Cameron · Writing: Elizabeth Padden, Kor Adana · Starring: Shalom Brune-Franklin, Josh Heuston, Jessica Barden, Jihae
1x03 Sisterhood Above All
Following a tragedy, young Tula worries about being accepted despite her family name, while a skeptical Valya struggles with the decision to take the Sisterhood vow. Years later, Valya receives a message that confirms her suspicions.
Directed by Richard J. Lewis · Written by Monica Owusu-Breen, Jordan Goldberg · Starring Shalom Brune-Franklin, Jessica Barden, Camilla Beeput, Cathy Tyson
1x04 Twice Born
As Tula attempts to understand the acolytes' shared dream, Valya sets her plan in motion to redeem House Harkonnen ahead of the Landsraad.
Directing: Richard J. Lewis · Writing: Kevin Lau, Suzanne Wrubel · Starring: Shalom Brune-Franklin, Josh Heuston, Barbara Marten, Callum Coates
1x05 In Blood, Truth
While Tula tries to keep her secret project from being discovered by the other Sisters, Desmond goes on a warpath to root out insurgents.
Directing: Anna Foerster · Writing: Carlito Rodriguez, Leah Benavides Rodriguez · Starring: Shalom Brune-Franklin, Josh Heuston, Barbara Marten, Léo Lambert
1x06 The High-Handed Enemy Season Finale
As Tula contends with his true identity, Valya's maneuvering leads her into an epic confrontation with an increasingly powerful Desmond.
Directed by Anna Foerster · Written by Elizabeth Padden, Suzanne Wrubel · Starring Jessica Barden, Camilla Beeput, Barbara Marten, Emma Canning
Season 1 Cast
Emily WatsonMother Superior Valya Harkonnen6 episodes
Sarah-Sofie BoussninaPrincess Ynez Corrino6 episodes
Chloe LeaSister Lila6 episodes
Chris MasonKeiran Atreides6 episodes
Jade AnoukaSister Theodosia6 episodes
Edward DavisHarrow Harkonnen6 episodes
Faoileann CunninghamSister Jen6 episodes
Aoife HindsSister Emeline6 episodes
Barbara MartenSister Avila6 episodes
Shalom Brune-FranklinMikaela5 episodes
Josh HeustonConstantine Corrino4 episodes
Camilla BeeputReverend Mother Dorotea4 episodes
Emma CanningYoung Tula Harkonnen3 episodes
Charithra ChandranYoung Francesca3 episodes
Sarah Oliver-WattsYoung Avila3 episodes
Sarah LamHagal Truthsayer3 episodes
Lucy RussellGbangbala Truthsayer3 episodesWhere to Watch Season 1 of Dune: Prophecy
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does season 1 of Dune: Prophecy have?
Season 1 of Dune: Prophecy has 6 episodes.
When Did Dune: Prophecy Season 1 Premiere?
Aired on November 17, 2024.
Where to watch season 1 of Dune: Prophecy?
Available by subscription on Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total, HBO Max, and HBO Max Amazon Channel (availability may vary by country).
What is the best episode of Season 1?
According to the TMDB audience score, episode 1x01, "The Hidden Hand," with a 6.8.