Missed out in the Dune: Part 3 IMAX queues? Here's how you can still get tickets
Thousands of fans joined virtual queues when tickets for Dune: Part Three went on sale this morning (Tuesday, October 20).
The film's IMAX 70mm release will be limited to just three cinemas across the UK: BFI IMAX (London), The Ronson Theatre at the Science Museum (London) and Vue Manchester Printworks (Manchester).
It's one of the most anticipated films of the year, and IMAX 70mm showings are expected to sell out alarmingly fast.
In fact, an early screening of the film in IMAX sold out in less than 30 minutes last month.
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A user on X took to the social media platform alleging that there had been 'at least 65,000 people in the BFI queue for Dune 3 IMAX 70mm tickets within the first minute.'
Meanwhile, others celebrated securing highly coveted tickets for the IMAX screening after waiting in the queue all morning.
The enthusiasm follows the huge success of Dune: Part Two, which grossed $32.2 million globally from IMAX screens in 2024. Both previous films were massive hits, leaving expectations high for the third instalment.
Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the sci-fi epic is based on Frank Herbert's novels, and is widely expected to conclude the trilogy.
Set nearly two decades after the events of the previous film, Dune: Part Three will adapt Dune Messiah, Herbert's 1969 sequel novel.
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Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet are among those reprising their roles in Dune: Part Three. Alongside the returning cast, the film will also welcome Robert Pattinson as a major new addition.
Following his rise to power, Paul Atreides (Chalamet) finds himself battling political unrest across the galaxy while struggling to mend his relationship with Chani (Zendaya).
If you missed out on the IMAX queues, here's where you can get discounts on cheap cinema tickets for standard Dune: Part Three screenings.
When does Dune 3 come out in the UK?
Dune: Part Three will officially be releasing in UK cinemas on 18 December 2026 after preview screenings.
Only three UK cinemas are among the 40 venues worldwide screening the film in IMAX 70mm.
At the time of writing, there are still cinema tickets available at The Ronson Theatre at the Science Museum (London) and Vue Printworks (Manchester).
If you're not fussed about seeing it at the IMAX, you can find cheap cinema deals below for the lieks of ODEON and Cineworld.
If you missed out, here's where you can buy cheap cinema tickets
Missed out your chance to grab tickets on IMAX? Here's where you can buy tickets for less.
Our top pick of 2026 cinema discounts and deals:
- Amazon Prime: Two cinema tickets for £10 at ODEON
- Buy A Gift: Cineworld Cinema Tickets for Two, £25.60
- Virgin Experience Days: Picturehouse cinema tickets for two, £30
TopCashback: Cineworld Cinema Tickets for Two via Virgin Experience Days:
- For new members of TopCashback and all customers of Virgin Experience Days: £7.10 after cashback (RRP £26)
- For existing members of TopCashback and all customers of Virgin Experience Days: £22.10 after cashback (RRP £26)
TopCashback: Picturehouse Cinema Tickets for Two:
- For new members of TopCashback and all customers of Virgin Experience Days: £10.50 after cashback (RRP £30)
- For existing members of TopCashback and all customers of Virgin Experience Days: £25.50 after cashback (RRP £30)
You can sign up to TopCashback via the official website here.
Where you can watch Dune 3 in the UK
Screenings will be available at cinemas across the UK, with showtimes and formats varying depending on the venue.
Preview screenings of Dune: Part Three will take place from 15 December 2026 while general release will take place on 18 December 2026, and will be available to watch at all major cinema chains.
There are only three cinemas across the UK that will screen in IMAX 70mm.
Where to watch Dune 3 in IMAX 70mm?
- BFI IMAX, London
- The Ronson Theatre at the Science Museum, London
- Vue Manchester Printworks, Manchester
Who is in Dune 3?
The film features returning stars such as Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, Javier Bardem, Rebecca Ferguson, Jason Momoa, Anya Taylor-Joy and Florence Pugh.
Robert Pattinson joins the franchise as one of its most notable new cast additions.
Nakoa-Wolf Momoa is set to make his official acting debut in the film, joining the cast alongside his father, Jason Momoa.
Topics: Cinema, Film, Timothée Chalamet
Samantha Price