Dune(1984)
“A world beyond your experience, beyond your imagination.”
Overview
In the year 10,191, the most precious substance in the universe is the spice Melange. The spice extends life. The spice expands consciousness. The spice is vital to space travel. The spice exists on only one planet in the entire universe, the vast desert planet Arrakis, also known as Dune. Its native inhabitants, the Fremen, have long held a prophecy that a man would come, a messiah who would lead them to true freedom.
Director
David Lynch
Studio
The De Laurentiis Company
Budget
$40M
Revenue
$32M
Cast
Kyle MacLachlan
as Paul Atreides
Francesca Annis
as Lady Jessica
Patrick Stewart
as Gurney Halleck
Linda Hunt
as Shadout Mapes
José Ferrer
as Padisha Emperor Shaddam IV
Freddie Jones
as Thufir Hawat
Brad Dourif
as Piter De Vries
Richard Jordan
as Duncan Idaho
Virginia Madsen
as Princess Irulan
Silvana Mangano
as Reverend Mother Ramallo
Everett McGill
as Stilgar
Sting
as Feyd Rautha
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1984
Runtime
2h 16m
Language
English
Rating
6.2 / 10
Budget
$40M
Box Office
$32M
Production Companies
The De Laurentiis Company
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Dune?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Dune (1984).
What is Dune about?▼
In the year 10,191, the most precious substance in the universe is the spice Melange. The spice extends life. The spice expands consciousness. The spice is vital to space travel. The spice exists on only one planet in the entire universe, the vast desert planet Arrakis, also known as Dune. Its native inhabitants, the Fremen, have long held a prophecy that a man would come, a messiah who would lead them to true freedom.
Who directed Dune?▼
Dune was directed by David Lynch and released in 1984. It is a action, science fiction, adventure film.
How long is Dune?▼
Dune has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).
Who stars in Dune?▼
The cast of Dune includes Kyle MacLachlan as Paul Atreides, Francesca Annis as Lady Jessica, Patrick Stewart as Gurney Halleck, Linda Hunt as Shadout Mapes, José Ferrer as Padisha Emperor Shaddam IV and more.
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