Robert Pattinson eyed for Dune 3 role

The next installment in Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures' Dune saga is coming together under Denis Villeneuve's continued direction. Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Florence Pugh, and Anya Taylor-Joy will reprise their roles, with reports suggesting Robert Pattinson may join the cast in a significant capacity. If confirmed, this would mark Pattinson's second major Warner Bros. franchise following his acclaimed turn as The Batman.

Potential Villainous Roles

While details remain unconfirmed, industry sources indicate Pattinson would likely portray an antagonist. Considering Dune: Part Two's conclusion and Frank Herbert's novels, we've identified several compelling possibilities for Pattinson's potential role.

Scytale: The Prime Contender

Assuming Dune 3 primarily adapts Dune Messiah before potentially moving into Children of Dune territory, Scytale emerges as the most probable role for Pattinson. This Face Dancer and Bene Tleilax operative serves as Messiah's primary antagonist, orchestrating Emperor Paul Atreides' downfall.

Scytale's plot hinges on circumventing Paul's prescient abilities through collaboration with a Guild Navigator, whose spice-induced distortions cloud Paul's visions. Pattinson's casting as this shapeshifting mastermind would offer him a compelling villainous departure from his usual heroic franchise roles while leaving the door open for future appearances.

Alternative Possibilities

The actor's resemblance to Chalamet suggests another intriguing option: Leto Atreides II. While Dune Messiah's infant version might seem an unusual fit, Villeneuve could employ the same spice-vision technique used for Anya Taylor-Joy's Alia portrayal in Part Two.

Prince Farad'n Corrino presents another strong possibility should the film incorporate Children of Dune elements. As Shaddam IV's scholarly grandson trained in Sardaukar warfare, this reluctant antagonist would allow Pattinson to explore nuanced villainy.

Original Character Potential

Given Part Two's significant deviations from Herbert's novels - particularly Chani's altered arc - Dune 3 might introduce entirely new antagonists. Pattinson could portray a Fremen leader opposing Paul's holy war, potentially forming a love triangle with Chani.

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