DVD Region 4

Frank Herbert's 'Dune Chronicles' begins with the landmark science fiction epic Dune, a stunningly realised four-and-a-half hour miniseries produced by the Sci-Fi Channel, and continues with the spectacular follow up Children of Dune, which combines the second and third books from the series. Featuring a stellar cast worthy of such an epic saga, these award-winning productions are landmark in their vision and scope and remain two of the highest rating sci-fi programmes in history... DUNE: Duke Leto Atreides (William Hurt) charged to rule the desolate planet Arrakis, the universe's only source of Melange, a spice that enhances mental performance and makes interstellar travel possible... CHILDREN OF DUNE: The future of humanity is left in doubt as the twins of Paul Atreides become embroiled in the turbulent political landscape of Arrakis. Born with special abilities and superhuman prescience that not only empowers them but place them in considerable jeopardy amongst their kind...

Actors: James McAvoy, William Hurt, Susan Sarandon, Ian McNeice

Director: John Harrison, Greg Yaitanes

Languages: English

Subtitles: Not Specified

Running Time: 550 minutes approx

Discs: 5