"Dune: Part Two" to premiere on Max: Release date and viewing details revealed

Denis Villeneuve's highly anticipated sequel, "Dune: Part Two," is set to premiere on the streaming service Max (formerly HBO Max) on Tuesday, May 21. Following the massive success of "Dune: Part One," which garnered ten Academy Award nominations, this sequel continues the epic story based on Frank Herbert's 1965 science-fiction novel.

"Dune: Part Two" picks up where the first film left off, focusing on Paul Atreides, played by Timothee Chalamet, as he joins the desert-dwelling Fremen to fight against the oppressive Harkonnen empire.This installment promises more action and introduces several new characters, including Austin Butler as the villainous Feyd Rautha, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken, and Lea Seydoux. They join returning stars Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, and Stellan Skarsgard.
Streaming Platform: Max (formerly HBO Max)
Release Date: Tuesday, May 21
Main Cast: Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken, Lea Seydoux
Director: Denis Villeneuve
'Dune: Part Two' is based on the second half of Herbert's novel and follows Paul Atreides as he learns the ways of the Fremen and seeks to avenge his father's death. The film promises to be more action-packed than its predecessor, with a focus on the struggle to free the galaxy from Harkonnen rule.

To watch 'Dune: Part Two' at home, you will need a subscription to Max. Once the film is released, you can stream it directly on the Max app or website.