The series will be set in the same universe as the "Dune" novels by Frank Herbert and will tell the story of a mysterious order of women called the Bene Gesserit. There will also be a film from director Denis Villeneuve, who commented about the news of the series.
"The Bene Gesserit have always been fascinating to me. Focusing a series around that powerful order of women seemed not only relevant and inspiring but a dynamic setting for the television series", said Villeneuve.
There was a three-part mini-series released in 2000 based on the novels, as well.
Villeneuve will be directing the pilot episode with Jon Spaihts writing.