Emily Watson catches the eye in a graphic gown as she joins chic co-star Olivia Williams at VIP screening of DUNE: Prophecy

Emily Watson and co-star Olivia Williams hit the red carpet at VIP screening of their new series DUNE: Prophecy in London on Monday evening. 

Oscar nominee Emily, 57, caught the eye in a graphic black and white flowing gown which boasted cut outs at her shoulders.

The actress, who plays Valya Harkonnen in the sci-fi series, completed the look with chunky boots and glam make-up.

Meanwhile Olivia, 56, opted for a chic green suede suit which she layered over a pleated white blouse and wore with a poppy for Remembrance Day. 

She styled her hair into a quirky quiff and beamed as she held hands with Olivia ahead of the screening. 

Oscar nominee Emily caught the eye in a graphic black and white flowing gown which boasted cut outs at her shoulders

Dune: Prophecy is a new series inspired by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson’s novel Sisterhood of Dune.

Set 10,000 years before the birth of Timothee Chalamet’s character Paul Atreides in the Dune film franchise.

The series, which was originally commissioned in 2019, was previously titled Dune: The Sisterhood. 

Diane Ademu-John co-developed the series and serves as executive producer while Alison Schapker serves as showrunner and executive producer. 

Johan Renck, who directed the first two episodes, exited the series as did actress Shirley Henderson, who was set to portray one of the lead roles. 

Ademu-John, who wrote the first script, also ‘stepped down as co-showrunner prior to production,’ according to IndieWire. 

The publication noted that production ‘in November 2022 and was paused in February 2023 due to the shake-ups.’ 

At the time, an HBO Max spokesperson said in a statement that ‘as Dune: The Sisterhood has entered a pre-scheduled hiatus, there are some creative changes being made to the production in an effort to create the best series possible and stay true to the source material.’ 

Meanwhile Olivia opted for a chic green suede suit which she layered over a pleated white blouse and wore with a poppy for Remembrance Day.

‘Johan Renck has completed his work on the series and a new director will be brought on; through mutual agreement, Johan is moving on to pursue other projects. Additionally, Shirley Henderson will be exiting the series and will no longer be playing Tula Harkonnen,’ the spokesperson confirmed.

The TV series follows the incredible success of Dune: Part Two, which grossed more than $710 million worldwide at the box office this year. 

The first Dune ended its theatrical run with around $400 million globally in 2021.