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Momoa Compares Dune Desert Filming to Disneyland Thrills
31 Aug
Summary
- Jason Momoa discusses filming Dune in desert locations.
- He compares the desert filming experience to Disneyland.
- Momoa returns as Duncan Idaho's ghola, Hayt, in the sequel.
Actor Jason Momoa has offered a unique perspective on filming the Dune movies in the desert, drawing a comparison between the experience and a visit to Disneyland. Villeneuve shot the films in locations like Budapest and the United Arab Emirates, immersing the cast in vast, arid landscapes.
Momoa, who has visited the UAE for over a decade, finds appreciation for the region's sights, sounds, and nightlife, despite the challenging heat. He described the overall filming experience as memorable, likening the excitement to riding Space Mountain.
The actor returns for Dune: Part Three as Duncan Idaho, resurrected as a ghola named Hayt. He also expressed some nervousness about working alongside his son, Nakoa-Wolf Momoa, who plays a young Leto II Atreides in the film.
Dune: Part Three is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026. The first two films and the prequel series 'Dune: Prophecy' are available for streaming on HBO Max.
