Dune: Prophecy

The makers had done their job pretty well by making each episode as interesting as to be excited for the next one, the characters are on the same position for me as much as i loved the story line throughout the each episodes, But there was an exception in finale where i felt all earlier 5 episodes buildup was nothing to be concluded completely but just tell you wait for the years to get the proper pay off to what they started (They could've easily added more episodes, this is not the way how you end a season), not even antagonist and protagonist were concluded for what builded up for....

i'm not completely mad as i am left with the memory of good storyline and characters, every time i watched an episode it was a ride of intense emotions and was connected to all main characters.

So it's 7.8/10 for me.

There are a few important things to note about Dune: Prophecy. First, the series is set 10,000 years before the events of the Dune movies. We encounter familiar surnames and begin to understand the origins of many elements that become significant later. That said, the series also introduces some peculiarities that aren't addressed in the films-perhaps because they've been resolved by the time of those events and are no longer essential.

Second, this is a much darker story. While it shares the same slow, atmospheric pacing as the Dune films, it's far more saturated with conspiracies and shadowy power struggles. Although there are several key characters we follow, the central focus is on the Harkonnen sisters and their leadership of the Sisterhood. This is essentially their story, and it's a deeply grim one.

Third, by the time you reach the final episode of Season 1, it becomes clear just how many secrets are woven into the narrative-secrets that are revealed only gradually. Much of this unfolds through jumps back and forth in time. Several characters appear in both their younger and older forms, and the past and present are closely intertwined. Fortunately, the time-switching is handled well and never feels confusing.

Dune: Prophecy is an okay series that delivers solid performances and impressive visuals, offering useful context to the Dune cinematic universe. As a prequel, it enriches the lore and sets the stage for the political and religious dynamics of the Bene Gesserit.

But despite its strengths, something feels missing. The show struggles to fully hook you. Emotional engagement is low, and aside from Tula, who stands out with depth and presence, the rest of the characters fall into forgettable, formulaic roles. The world is grand, but the storytelling doesn't quite rise to meet its potential.

If there's a future season, there's hope the series can grow into something more gripping. For now, it's visually rich but narratively underwhelming. Worth a watch for Dune fans, but don't expect to be swept away.

It was nice to watch something again from the "Dune" universe and I think it was a good idea. The show is good and high quality. But honestly it was not like I expected. I was waiting for something different, hard to explain. Even if it was not what I expected, the quality is clear. Acting, atmosphere, effects, everything is good. The show is a bit boring. I am a person who can watch slow movies easily, but even for me it was too slow. The story felt a little boring. Acting performances were great. Only Chloe Lea looked weaker among the other amazing actors and actresses, and that made her less believable, but everyone else was great.

It feels like something is missing in the show. One of these missing parts is music. One of the best things in "Dune" movies was Hans Zimmer's amazing music. Here, the music was weak and not memorable. I also did not like the opening theme, it could be more iconic.

I almost felt forced to watch it, just to understand the "Dune" universe better. The topics are a bit confusing, but anyway, it is still clearly high quality.

Dune: Prophecy is everything i hoped it would be and more. It's a great spin-off from a beloved movie franchise. I have to start by saying I've never read the source material or saw the original movie. My experience of Dune is predicated on the two Dune movies that have come out the last few years starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya. Those two movies (especially Dune: Part Two) are two of my favorite movies I've seen over the last few years. I absolutely love both of them so I had high expectations for this series. Dune: Prophecy is a series that takes place 10,000 years before the Dune movies start and about how the Harkonnen sisters started the Bene Gesserit as they fight off forces that threaten the future of mankind. The show may feel more like Game of Thrones than Dune but either way...it's very entertaining. The most important thing about this show is it does exactly what it set out to do in the fact that it deepens our understanding of the Bene Gesserit. You don't have to have watched the two Dune movies to enjoy this but you'll definitely enjoy it more if you have.