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Dune 3 Sells Out IMAX Showings 9 Months Before Release
The highly anticipated sci-fi epic is already breaking box office records before hitting theaters.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 4:18pm
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The glittering, high-stakes clash between two of Hollywood's biggest sci-fi franchises is already captivating audiences months before release.NYC TodayDune: Part Three is officially breaking records as a box office giant, with IMAX showings selling out a full 9 months before the film's December 18, 2026 theatrical release. The massive demand for the movie comes as the overall 2026 domestic box office has already surpassed $2 billion, well ahead of the same point in 2025.
Why it matters
The early sellout of Dune: Part Three IMAX tickets highlights the massive anticipation and excitement surrounding the conclusion of Denis Villeneuve's acclaimed sci-fi saga. The film's record-breaking pre-sales underscore the power of the Dune franchise and the draw of seeing the epic story unfold on the biggest screens possible.
The details
According to Box Office Mojo, the domestic box office has already climbed past $2 billion as of April 7, 2026, reaching about $2.01 billion. That's well ahead of where 2025 was at the same point, when the total sat at roughly $1.65 billion. The December 18, 2026 release date is shaping up to be one of the biggest Hollywood has seen in years, with Dune: Part Three going head-to-head with the highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday. IMAX has already put tickets on sale for its 70mm film screenings of Dune: Part Three, and the official listing already shows multiple sold-out locations, including major venues in Los Angeles and New York. One resale ticket on eBay even reached $999.99, indicating the intense demand from fans to secure their seats early.
- Dune: Part Three is scheduled for theatrical release on December 18, 2026.
- IMAX has put tickets on sale for 70mm film screenings of the movie as of April 2026.
The players
Dune: Part Three
The highly anticipated conclusion to Denis Villeneuve's acclaimed sci-fi saga, based on the classic Frank Herbert novels.
Avengers: Doomsday
The next installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, scheduled to release on the same date as Dune: Part Three.
Box Office Mojo
A leading box office tracking and analysis website.
What’s next
As the December 18, 2026 release date approaches, all eyes will be on the box office showdown between Dune: Part Three and Avengers: Doomsday. The continued strong pre-sales for Dune: Part Three will be closely watched, as will any updates on the production and marketing of both highly anticipated films.
The takeaway
The record-breaking pre-sales for Dune: Part Three demonstrate the enduring popularity and cultural significance of the Dune franchise. Even in a crowded blockbuster landscape, Denis Villeneuve's ambitious sci-fi vision has captured the imagination of moviegoers, who are eager to see how the epic story concludes on the big screen.
