{"id":28750,"date":"2021-11-13T02:08:12","date_gmt":"2021-11-13T07:08:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=28750"},"modified":"2021-11-13T02:08:12","modified_gmt":"2021-11-13T07:08:12","slug":"equipment-legendary-entertainment-and-warner-bros-pictures-reveal-an-exciting-array-of-dune-consumer-product-partners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=28750","title":{"rendered":"Equipment: Legendary Entertainment and Warner Bros. Pictures Reveal an Exciting Array of DUNE Consumer Product Partners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Coming off the heels of its thrilling success<a href=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?attachment_id=28758\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-28758\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright  wp-image-28758\" src=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune-poster-965x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"414\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune-poster-965x1024.jpg 965w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune-poster-283x300.jpg 283w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune-poster-768x815.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune-poster-1447x1536.jpg 1447w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune-poster.jpg 1890w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 414px) 100vw, 414px\" \/><\/a> at the global box office and the exciting announcement of plans for Dune: Part Two, Legendary Entertainment, in partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures, announces a robust licensing and merchandise program for Denis Villeneuve\u2019s Dune, the critically acclaimed adaptation of Frank Herbert\u2019s genre-defining and award-winning novel of the same name.&nbsp; In celebration of the film, a well-curated collection of products is rolling out that will capture the fascination of core fans and collectors while also appealing to those only now discovering the story of the epic hero\u2019s journey of Paul Atreides (played by Oscar\u00ae nominee Timoth\u00e9e Chalamet).&nbsp; The range spans traditional categories, including toys, games, collectibles and apparel, but also features refreshingly unexpected lifestyle and fashion activations.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Below is a glimpse at the exciting and growing collection of Dune consumer products hitting the market now and in the coming months.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>TOYS &amp; COLLECTIBLES<\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-28750 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-thumbnail'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?attachment_id=28751'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune_Group_McFarlane_Toys-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?attachment_id=28752'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DUNE_POPs_ML_SocialLineup-2021-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DUNE_POPs_ML_SocialLineup-2021-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DUNE_POPs_ML_SocialLineup-2021-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DUNE_POPs_ML_SocialLineup-2021-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DUNE_POPs_ML_SocialLineup-2021.png 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl>\n\t\t\t<br style='clear: both' \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Collectors and enthusiasts will have no shortage of memorabilia with which to interact.&nbsp; McFarlane Toys and Dark Horse are on board with a range of collectible figures for all tiers of distribution, highlighting the film\u2019s enviable all-star cast. Funko is dialing up the \u201ccute\u201d factor with a collection of signature Pop! figures featuring Dune\u2019s engaging characters.&nbsp; United Cutlery has launched a line of replica weaponry from the film, including the iconic Crysknife.&nbsp; APMEX, the largest online retailer in the precious metals industry, has created a set of limited-edition coins and collectibles inspired by the film.&nbsp; Lineage Studios has developed a series of high-end replicas from the stunning set pieces, props and jewelry that were featured in the film. Gotham City, Abysse and Aquarius are offering fans must-have gift and novelty items ranging from posters and keychains to backpacks and tin boxes.&nbsp; Mondo and Bottleneck Gallery are highlighting unique artist-driven interpretations of the stunning world of Dune for wall d\u00e9cor. Theory 11 is developing playing cards with bespoke artwork that features Duke Leto as the King and Lady Jessica as the Queen, while Bear Walker has created an intricate custom-made wooden skateboard showcasing the desert landscape and Sandworms of Dune. Additionally, fans will be able to experience Dune 365-days a year with a new calendar offering from Sellers Publishing. Rounding out the group, U.K. pop culture retailer Forbidden Planet is developing a host of products across home, gift and apparel categories.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;APPAREL &amp; ACCESSORIES<\/p>\n<p>To highlight the distinctive aesthetic of the world of Dune, several fashion and accessories partners have come on board to create capsule collections in celebration of the film.&nbsp; High-end casual couture brand Demobaza has lent its signature minimalist and futuristic styling to a capsule collection of inventive looks inspired by the film.&nbsp; APL\u2019s exclusive line of athletic footwear takes design and color inspiration from the different factions highlighted in Dune \u2013 House Atreides, House Harkonnen and the Fremen \u2013 and features its trademark revolutionary technology that sits stylishly at the intersection of luxury and performance.&nbsp; Eyewear brand Illesteva is launching a similarly inspired line of sunglasses handmade in Italy and France, while avant-garde accessories designer Chris Habana has crafted an edgy collection of Dune-inspired jewelry items that are both high-fashion and wearable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id='gallery-2' class='gallery galleryid-28750 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-thumbnail'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?attachment_id=28754'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DUNE-APL-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?attachment_id=28753'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune-Demobaza-150x150.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?attachment_id=28755'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Full-Collection-Illesteva-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Full-Collection-Illesteva-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Full-Collection-Illesteva-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Full-Collection-Illesteva-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Full-Collection-Illesteva-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Full-Collection-Illesteva-1536x1536.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Full-Collection-Illesteva.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>APLDune.jpgDemobazaDune.pngFull Collection.jpeg<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Rounding out the apparel licensees, Mad Engine is creating a wide range of products for mass retailers and ecommerce, while Redbubble will enable fans to put their own interpretation of Dune designs into the marketplace with fan-driven merchandise. And, finally, Trademark Products will be developing apparel for the UK market, while ulkin will launch a fashion collaboration in South Korea.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;LIFESTYLE<\/p>\n<p>In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Calm, the leading mental wellness brand with the #1 App for Sleep, Meditation, and Relaxation&#x2122;, has used audio from the film to create in-app soundscapes inspired by the sounds of the planets Arrakis and Caladan. With Arrakis, a vast desert world of infinite horizons and desolate beauty, Calm users can immerse themselves in the planet\u2019s serene wind breeze and rustling sand. Caladan, a lush oceanic planet with evergreen mountain forests, offers users the ability to absorb the sounds of continuous rainfall with a thunderous backdrop.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?attachment_id=28756\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-28756\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-large wp-image-28756\" src=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/CalmDune-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/CalmDune-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/CalmDune-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/CalmDune-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/CalmDune-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/CalmDune-1536x1536.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/CalmDune-2048x2048.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>PUBLISHING<\/p>\n<p>Insight Editions, in cooperation with Legendary Comics, is giving fans a comprehensive look at the making of the film.&nbsp; Now fans can be part of this creative journey with The Art and Soul of Dune, written by Dune executive producer Tanya Lapointe. This visually dazzling exploration of the filmmaking process gives unparalleled insight into the project\u2019s genesis.<\/p>\n<p>Partnering with Herbert Properties LLC, Dune: The Official Movie Graphic Novel is now available for pre-order exclusively on Kickstarter (in cooperation with Rocketship Entertainment), followed by a book market mass release.&nbsp; The graphic novel adaptation, from the creative team of Lilah Sturges, Drew Johnson, ZID, and Niezam, brings Timoth\u00e9e Chalamet and the all-star cast to the page through stunning visual artwork to tell Frank Herbert\u2019s seminal hero\u2019s journey. Exclusive merchandise and collectibles will also be offered through Kickstarter.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>And finally, Frank Herbert\u2019s original Dune novel has been reskinned with new cover artwork from the 2021 film for fans new and old to enjoy.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?attachment_id=28757\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-28757\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-large wp-image-28757\" src=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune_Cover_Bill-Sienkiewicz-_HiRes-666x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"984\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune_Cover_Bill-Sienkiewicz-_HiRes-666x1024.jpg 666w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune_Cover_Bill-Sienkiewicz-_HiRes-195x300.jpg 195w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune_Cover_Bill-Sienkiewicz-_HiRes-768x1181.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune_Cover_Bill-Sienkiewicz-_HiRes-999x1536.jpg 999w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune_Cover_Bill-Sienkiewicz-_HiRes-1331x2048.jpg 1331w, https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dune_Cover_Bill-Sienkiewicz-_HiRes-scaled.jpg 1664w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>INTERACTIVE &amp; GAMING<\/p>\n<p>Gale Force Nine, partnering with Genuine Entertainment and various publishers, is offering something for every gamer with a bevy of Dune tabletop games.&nbsp; Dune: Imperium from Dire Wolf Digital marries deck-building and worker-placement in a deeply immersive experience inspired by the film.&nbsp; Modiphius Entertainment explores the full scope of the franchise over time in Dune: Adventures in the Imperium, an expansive tabletop roleplaying game series.&nbsp; Both games are available at retail now.<\/p>\n<p>In the gaming &amp; gambling space, global gaming giant Aristocrat Technologies Inc is bringing the intrigue of Dune to casinos worldwide with a branded slot machine filled with sandworms, spice and a wealth of immersive content.<\/p>\n<p>And, finally, for videogame fans, Funcom is currently developing PC and console games for rollout over multiple years. Two of these games are currently in development, with one having already been announced as an open-world multiplayer experience. Additionally, mobile games and virtual reality are also in the works to further extend the franchise.<\/p>\n<p>This diverse range of consumer product partners is a testament to the versatility, scope and scale of the Dune brand, and the depth of fan excitement around the film\u2019s release.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>ABOUT DUNE<\/p>\n<p>Oscar\u00ae nominee Denis Villeneuve directed Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures\u2019 Dune. Villeneuve directed Dune from a screenplay by Jon Spaihts and Villeneuve and Oscar\u00ae winner Eric Roth. The film\u2019s producers were Oscar\u00ae nominee Mary Parent, Villeneuve, Cale Boyter and Joe Caracciolo, Jr. The executive producers were Tanya Lapointe, Joshua Grode, Herbert W. Gains, Jon Spaihts, Thomas Tull, Brian Herbert, Byron Merritt and Kim Herbert, with Kevin J. Anderson as special consultant. A Film by Denis Villeneuve, Dune is now in theaters worldwide.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coming off the heels of its thrilling success at the global box office and the exciting announcement of plans for Dune: Part Two, Legendary Entertainment, in partnership with Warner Bros. 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