Robert Pattinson is reportedly being considered for a significant role in Denis Villeneuve's upcoming film, Dune: Messiah, which is the third installment in the Dune series.

Villeneuve is currently finalizing the script for the film, which will star Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, with production expected to begin in summer 2025.

The Dune franchise has seen remarkable success, with the first two films grossing over $1.12 billion and winning eight Oscars, which may attract potential cast members like Pattinson.

Initially, Dune 3 was planned for a later release, but Villeneuve shifted his focus to this sequel after the positive reception of Dune: Part Two.

The screenplay for Dune: Messiah is expected to explore events occurring twelve years after the previous film, where Paul Atreides reigns as Emperor alongside Princess Irulan.

In Dune: Messiah, Paul Atreides, played by Chalamet, grapples with the complexities of his leadership amid religious fervor and external threats.

One of the key characters, Scytale, is a member of the Bene Tleilax sect known for genetic engineering and cloning, who plots to overthrow Paul Atreides.

Scytale's shapeshifting abilities complicate his attempts to challenge Paul, especially given Paul's prescient capabilities.

Pattinson could potentially portray Prince Farad’n Corrino, a character with a complex relationship with power, or even Leto Atreides II, Paul's son, who plays a crucial role in the saga.

Returning cast members for Dune 3 are expected to include Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Jason Momoa, who has confirmed his return despite his character's demise in the first film.

Pattinson's involvement in Dune has raised concerns among Batman fans regarding the future of The Batman Part II, which has already faced delays.

Currently, Pattinson is filming a project with Christopher Nolan, which may complicate his availability for Dune.