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### MAX GOES BACK IN TIME WITH NEW DUNE PREQUEL SHOW
Max is taking viewers back in time with its upcoming prequel show for Dune. The streamer has recently unveiled the first trailer for the limited series titled Dune: Prophecy, which is set a staggering 10,000 years before the events of the Dune movies featuring Paul Atreides on Arrakis. The show is scheduled to start streaming this fall, although an exact release date has not been announced yet.
### THE ORIGINS OF THE BENE GESSERIT
The story of the prequel show revolves around the formation of the Bene Gesserit, a secretive group that played a crucial role in shaping the events of the Dune universe. Max describes the series as following two Harkonnen sisters as they confront threats to humanity’s future and lay the groundwork for the infamous sect that would become known as the Bene Gesserit. The show is based on the novel Sisterhood of Dune.
### A DEEP DIVE INTO DUNE’S MYTHOLOGY
In this new prequel show, viewers will dive deep into the rich mythology of the Dune universe, exploring the origins of key factions and characters that have captivated audiences for decades. The focus on the Bene Gesserit promises to shed light on their enigmatic practices and motivations, offering fans a deeper understanding of their role in the grand tapestry of the Dune saga.
### EXPLORING THE HIDDEN HISTORY OF DUNE
As the series delves into the hidden history of Dune, viewers can expect to uncover long-buried secrets and untold stories that have shaped the universe they know and love. By going back in time to explore the origins of the Bene Gesserit, the show promises to provide a fresh perspective on familiar events and characters, offering a new lens through which to view the epic tale of Dune.
### SOURCES:
– Source 1: The Verge
– Source 2: HBO Max Press Release
