However, even in IP-heavy Hollywood, Villeneuve doesn’t want to lead the Dune franchise beyond the third (and supposedly) final film installment, solidifying the chronicle of Paul Atreides’ rise (and fall).

Denis Villeneuve is aiming to shoot the third installment in his hit Dune movie series this summer, we understand. The team is in pre-production and has been prepping for a while behind the scenes to try to get things ready for a summer start.

Dune 3 is now in pre-production with filming set to kick off this summer, according to Deadline. A previous report from the publication suggested that production would start in June, but Deadline now says that mid to late summer is looking more likely.