Storyline
Discover the story behind the screen.
Ten thousand years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, sisters Valya and Tula Harkonnen establish the fabled sect and female order that would become known as the Bene Gesserit to control the future of humankind.
Top Billed Cast
Emily Watson
Mother Superior Valya Harkonnen
Olivia Williams
Reverend Mother Tula Harkonnen
Travis Fimmel
Desmond Hart
Jodhi May
Empress Natalya Arat Corrino
Sarah-Sofie Boussnina
Princess Ynez Corrino
Chloe Lea
Sister Lila
Chris Mason
Keiran Atreides
Mark Strong
Emperor Javicco Corrino
Jade Anouka
Sister Theodosia
Edward Davis
Harrow Harkonnen
Faoileann Cunningham
Sister Jen
Aoife Hinds
Sister Emeline
Episodes
Episode 1 · The Hidden Hand
On Wallach IX, young Valya Harkonnen promises Mother Superior Raquella that she'll protect the Sisterhood by putting one of their own on the Imperial Throne. Thirty years later, Valya faces a threat to her long-awaited plan.
Episode 2 · Two Wolves
After receiving word about events on Salusa Secundus, Valya brings Theodosia to the Imperial House to help manage the situation. Meanwhile, a reluctant Tula enlists Lila for a vital mission.
Episode 3 · Sisterhood Above All
Following a tragedy, young Tula worries about being accepted despite her family name, while a skeptical Valya struggles with the decision to take the Sisterhood vow. Years later, Valya receives a message that confirms her suspicions.
Episode 4 · Twice Born
As Tula attempts to understand the acolytes' shared dream, Valya sets her plan in motion to redeem House Harkonnen ahead of the Landsraad.
Episode 5 · In Blood, Truth
While Tula tries to keep her secret project from being discovered by the other Sisters, Desmond goes on a warpath to root out insurgents.
Episode 6 · The High-Handed Enemy
As Tula contends with his true identity, Valya's maneuvering leads her into an epic confrontation with an increasingly powerful Desmond.
