‘Dune: Part Three’ production designer built a 55-ton spaceship for its opening battle

For the opening battle of ‘Dune: Part Three,’ production designer Patrice Vermette described a 55-ton spaceship that had to be buried. Rain fell throughout the scene; a crane lifted the ship every two days, and pumps removed water. Director Denis Villeneuve asked Vermette not to repeat sets. Vermette said viewers see one ship’s interior and exterior in 360 degrees. The film is scheduled to open Dec. 18, 2026.