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The Best Episodes of Frank Herbert's Dune Season 1

Every episode of Frank Herbert's Dune Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Frank Herbert's Dune Season 1!

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Frank Herbert's Dune is a three-part miniseries written and directed by John Harrison and based on Frank Herbert's 1965 novel Dune.

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#1 Fan Favorite
6.8/10(570 votes)
#1 - Dune
S1:E112/3/2000
On the emperor's order, Duke Leto Atreides moves from his home planet, Caladan, with his family to lead the planet Arrakis, also known as Dune. After an attack on their stronghold, his son, Paul, and his wife, Lady Jessica, flee into the desert.
Director:John Harrison
Writer:John Harrison
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Director:John Harrison
Writer:John Harrison
6.9/10(506 votes)
#2 - Muad'Dib
S1:E212/4/2000
The Lady Jessica and her son, Paul Atreides, manage to contact the native Dune population, known as Fremen.
Director:John Harrison
Writer:John Harrison
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Director:John Harrison
Writer:John Harrison
7.0/10(482 votes)
#3 - The Prophet
S1:E312/6/2000
Paul Atreides, who has become known as Paul Muad'Dib, leads a rebellion against the Harkonnen, who have the secret support of the emperor.
Director:John Harrison
Writer:John Harrison
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Director:John Harrison
Writer:John Harrison

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Dune" is the best rated episode of "Frank Herbert's Dune" season 1. It scored 6.8/10 based on 570 votes. Directed by John Harrison and written by John Harrison, it aired on 12/3/2000. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Muad'Dib".