The first trailer for Dune: Part Three has been released, giving fans a glimpse at the franchise’s newest installment. Among the many reasons for excitement, Robert Pattinson is joining this star-studded cast. Who will the award-winning actor portray in this upcoming space epic?
*This article will have NO major spoilers for Dune: Part Three or Dune: Messiah*
Pattinson is no stranger to blockbusters, having starred in franchises such as Twilight and The Batman. However, his appearance in Dune: Part Three will look a bit different for longtime fans.
Timothée Chalamet will retain his role as Paul Atreides in Dune: Part Three. The Lisan al-Gaib is now emperor, and with it comes unprecedented power. Pattison’s character, Scytale, is expected to serve as the film’s main antagonist. A Face Dancer for the mysterious Tleilaxu people, Scytale has the ability to transform into other people. That makes the shape-shifter especially dangerous, even for the clairvoyant Atreides.
Unlike previous villains in the franchise, such as Austin Butler’s Feyd-Rautha, Scytale is more calculating than he is bloodthirsty. Dune has always been more about schemes within schemes than nonstop action. In that regard, Pattinson’s cool on-screen persona should suit this character well.
FAQs
Who is Robert Pattinson playing in Dune: Part Three?
Pattinson is playing Scytale in Dune: Part Three, a shape-shifting Tleilaxu Face Dancer.
Who else stars in Dune: Part Three?
Starring alongside Pattinson will be Timothée Chalamet (Paul Atreides), Florence Pugh (Princess Irulan) and frequent co-star Zendaya (Chani).
When does Dune: Part Three release in theaters?
Right now, Dune: Part Three has a theatrical release date of December 18th, 2026. However, with Avengers: Doomsday scheduled for that same weekend, one of the two films could opt to premiere on Christmas Day.
