The highly anticipated sci-fi series, Dune:Prophecy is off to a strong start, with its premier having reached over 1.2 million views around the globe. According to Deadline, the series is set 10,000 years before the 2021 film and follows the journey of the sisters Vayla, played by Emily Watson (The Book Thief) and Tula, played by Olivia Williams (Rushmore), who must fight against threats against humanity and to spread the influence of their sisterhood across the universe. The highly anticipated prequel to the 2021 blockbuster has seen a 75% increase in its audience within 24 hours of its initial release.
According to Deadline, the solid start of Dune Prophecy has parred alongside DC’s The Penguin, which has amassed 1.4 million. at its premiere and now has taken the Sunday slot as both series continue to grow. It demonstrates the enduring popularity of the Dune universe and the appetite for new stories set in this rich and complex world. The series is based on the novel Sisterhood of Dune, which was written by Brian Herbert (Sandworms of Dune) and Kevin J. Anderson (Paul of Done). Since viewers tend to watch content at their own times, same-day viewership is becoming less accurate in the current streaming era.
According to Deadline, claims that the series’ quick growth will be advantageous since it suggests that the number of viewers will keep rising with each new episode. The series will surely shows some easter eggs that helps connect it to the 2021 film, for example the creation of the voice, a technique used into manipulating whoever the person targets.
The series has captured the attention of fans of the franchise with it fascinating narratives, intriguing characters and mesmerizing setting. With its strong start and high review marks, Dun Prophecy is shaping up to be major success, which could create future spinoffs. The first episode can be stream on Max, with new episodes release every Sunday.