Dune: Check out the first images and details from Vanity Fair

As one of the oldest and most well-known science fiction franchises in the world, Frank Herbert's Dune is a story that is nothing short of epic and awe, and Vanity Fair takes a look behind the scenes at the upcoming new film adaptation set to be directed by Denis Villeneuve - which is just the first of two films planned to tell this tale set in the distant future where noble houses rule planetary fiefs and where "the spice" - a drug that extends human life and grants unimaginable abilities.

Check out more details and pics via Vanity Fair.

The film stars an ensemble cast - including Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Jason Momoa, and Zendaya. Distributed by Warner Bros., Dune is set for release on December of this year.