A more thorough and straightforward adaptation of Frank Herbert's beloved sci-fi novel than the 1984 David Lynch version, this six-hour Sci Fi Channel miniseries, written and directed by John Harrison, follows the Atreides family's adventures on the desert planet Arrakis. Far into the future, various factions fight for the .. Read more
| Starring | William Hurt, Ian McNeice, Julie Cox, Alec Newman |
|---|---|
| Director | John Harrison |
| Genres | Sci-Fi/Fantasy |
loading...
A more thorough and straightforward adaptation of Frank Herbert's beloved sci-fi novel than the 1984 David Lynch version, this six-hour Sci Fi Channel miniseries, written and directed by John Harrison, follows the Atreides family's adventures on the desert planet Arrakis. Far into the future, various factions fight for the valuable melange spice that exists exclusively on Arrakis and is protected by fierce, gigantic sandworms. While the indigenous, blue-eyed Arrakisians wait for their Messiah to free them from the corrupt Harkonnens, the family Atreides endures infighting and political intrigue. This sprawling and reverent production features a cast that includes William Hurt, Giancarlo Giannini, Alec Newman, Julie Cox, and Matt Keeslar.
| Starring | William Hurt, Ian McNeice, Julie Cox, Alec Newman, Ian Mcneice, Matt Keeslar, Saskia Reeves, Giancarlo Giannini, Robert Russell |
|---|---|
| Director | John Harrison |
| Studio | 20TH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT |
| Run time | DVD: 4 hrs 48 mins |
| Certificate |  |
| Genres | Sci-Fi/Fantasy |
| Language | DVD: English |
| Hearing-impaired | English |
| Released | Production year: 2000 To Rent: DVD: not available |
Or you can rent each disc individually:
"...This incredibly ambitious [and] successful adaptation gives Herbert's work the kind of luxury only a six-hour miniseries can provide....Harrison does a fine job of keeping this often densely plotted and deeply philosophical story moving..." -- 3 out of 4 stars
- 32
- 2
A true screen adaptation of the Dune epic
Other reviewers have concentrated on criticising below par acting and special effects however I think they have missed the point. The story is the star in this... read more »
[Highly rated reviewer]
- 0
- 0
True reflection of the book
I loved these books when they first came out and was one of the few people to enjoy the film, although a commercial flop. This is a more comprehensive version ... read more »
- 0
- 0
Dune mini series
A very good adaptation of a great novel. From someone who has read all the Dune novels (only the genuine Frank ones), it was a pleasure to enjoy a screen ... read more »
- 0
- 0
Workmanlike effort
Yes, I have read the books, but as with any epic, it's a mistake to equate books and film.
This was a 'slow-burn' experience, inevitably ... read more »
The writer of Hellraiser - and veteran of more than 20 horror movies - is moving to children's cinema. While Clive Barker is set for another Hollywood adaptation of his latest literary work, he is apparently poised to turn his back on the style that has brought with it such commercial success. The man behind the Candyman and Hellraiser series has reportedly sold the rights to his Abarat novels to kiddies favourite Disney for a healthy $8 million fee. The Abarat tells the story of heroine Candy... Read more
powered by
Want to watch something right now?
Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions | Cookies and Internet Advertising | EULA | Affiliates | Jobs | Inside LOVEFiLM Blog | About Us | Contact Us
International sites UK DK DE SE NO
LOVEFiLM, the LOVEFiLM logo and all other LOVEFiLM product or service names are trade marks of LOVEFiLM International Ltd. or its affiliates.
© 2012 LOVEFiLM UK Ltd. or its affiliates. All Rights Reserved.
Dune - Disc 1
60% from 11 members
