Children of Dune (DVD)

As political upheaval engulfs the planet Arrakis, the twin children of the messianic Paul Muad'dib (Alec Newman) find themselves threatened by a host of treacherous enemies, including the deposed Princess Wensicia (Susan Sarandon). Their only hope lies with a mysterious heritor who can lead the way to salvation. Julie Cox, Ian McNeice, Daniela Amavia and Alice Krige star in this spectacular miniseries event that adapts the second and third books in Frank Herbert's series. 4 1/2 hrs. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 5.1. Two-disc set. Region Free

Starring: Alec Newman, Julie Cox, Ian McNeice, Steven Berkoff, Daniela Amavia, James McAvoy, Susan Sarandon, Edward Atterton, P.H. Moriarty, Alice Krige