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Dune Part Two was initially delayed, mired in production setbacks and scheduling shifts, leading some to question whether it would live up to expectations. However, the timing of the release—early March—placed it in a relatively competition-lite window, boosting its chances for a strong opening. The film, a sprawling science fiction epic, took a different approach from its predecessor, which modestly crossed the $400 million mark worldwide despite sharing its platform with HBO Max streaming—an indication of the film’s broader appeal.