Nicole Kidman says she'd love Dune sequel

Nicole Kidman said on Sept. 2 that she would “love” to appear in a new “Dune” film, adding fresh celebrity attention to Warner Bros.’ next installment in Denis Villeneuve’s science-fiction franchise. A clip of the actress’s remarks circulated on social media through film account DiscussingFilm, which attributed the comments to Kidman and quoted her calling herself “a Dunie.” (youtube.com) Warner Bros. is already preparing “Dune: Part Three” for a Dec. 18, 2026 theatrical release, according to the studio’s film page. The studio says the film is directed by Villeneuve, written by Villeneuve and Brian K. (warnerbros.com) Vaughan, and based on Frank Herbert’s “Dune Messiah.” ### What exactly did Kidman say about Dune? Nicole Kidman’s remarks, as circulated Sept. 2, were direct. “I’d love to be in the Dune sequel. I’m a Dunie, I love Dune. I’m obsessed,” she said in the clip shared by DiscussingFilm. (youtube.com) DiscussingFilm posted the quote on X on Sept. 2, and the line spread quickly across film-focused social accounts. Reuters could not independently determine from the clip whether Kidman was responding to a direct question about casting, but the quote itself was clear in expressing interest in joining the franchise. (warnerbros.com) ### Which Dune movie is actually coming next? Warner Bros. identifies the next film as “Dune: Part Three,” not simply an unspecified sequel. The studio says the movie is the “epic conclusion” to Villeneuve’s trilogy and is adapted from Herbert’s 1969 novel “Dune Messiah.” (youtube.com) The studio’s cast list includes Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, Isaach De Bankolé, Charlotte Rampling, Anya Taylor-Joy, Robert Pattinson and Javier Bardem, along with newcomers Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Ida Brooke. (youtube.com) Kidman is not listed among the announced cast on the Warner Bros. page. ### Is there any sign Kidman is actually attached? Warner Bros.’ official film page does not list Nicole Kidman in the cast, and no studio announcement reviewed by Reuters on Sept. 2 said she had joined the production. (warnerbros.com) Kidman’s comments therefore amount to public interest in the project rather than a confirmed casting move. The available evidence shows an actress expressing enthusiasm for a franchise that already has a defined release date, director and cast roster. (warnerbros.com) ### Why did the comment get traction so quickly? “Dune: Part Three” is one of Warner Bros.’ highest-profile late-2026 releases, and the franchise already has an established ensemble led by Chalamet and Zendaya. A public expression of interest from an Oscar-winning actor such as Kidman was enough to turn a short social clip into a film-news item on Sept. 2. (warnerbros.com) Kidman also remains prominent in Warner Bros.’ release slate. Variety reported in 2025 that “Practical Magic 2,” starring Kidman and Sandra Bullock, was set for a Sept. 18, 2026 release, and Warner Bros. showcased Kidman at CinemaCon earlier this year alongside stars tied to “Dune: Part Three.” (youtube.com) ### What comes next for the Dune franchise? Dec. 18, 2026 is the next fixed date in the story. Warner Bros. says “Dune: Part Three” will open exclusively in theaters on that date under Villeneuve’s direction. (warnerbros.com) Any move beyond Kidman’s Sept. 2 remarks would likely come through a studio casting announcement, an updated official cast list, or future promotional materials tied to Warner Bros.’ release campaign for “Dune: Part Three.” (warnerbros.com) (variety.com)