Dune: Part Two has been much anticipated since the success of the first Dune, which was released in 2021. Not only was Dune a financial success, but it also had critical acclaim and got a Best Picture nom. Now the creative team is reportedly looking to push back the latest sci-fi epic, which is expected to hit theaters November 4th of this year. The current Hollywood labor strikes are to blame, but why would a finished film want to push back its release date?
The actors guild and the writers guild are currently on strike, resulting in a cease in production activities for many Hollywood projects. As a result, many release dates are being pushed back due to the halt in production schedules. Dune 2, however, is a completed project which would not be privy to the production halts. According to Variety, The movie is eyeing a 2024 release regardless, due to SAG union rules that would prevent the movie stars from promoting the project.
