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Dune World (2021): Cast, Ratings & Where to Watch

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Dune World is a 2021 sci-fi film directed by Mark Polonia, starring Houston Baker, Ryan Dalton and Samantha Coolidge. It runs 1 hour 10 minutes. Its Echo Score is 10/100. Stream it on Bloodstream and Hoopla, or rent or buy it on Bloodstream and Google Play Movies.

Dune World (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 10m (70 min)
Director
Mark Polonia
Genre
Sci-Fi
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Dune World About?

The premise of Dune World without spoilers.

A deep space crew accepts a job on a remote planet, only to crash land and become stranded on its hostile surface. They must then confront the dangerous creatures that inhabit the planet and uncover the unsettling fate of a previous expedition.

Dune World Themes & Keywords

· 8 tags
  • science fiction thriller
  • creatures
  • surreal imagery
  • mysterious planet
  • job
  • mockbuster
  • b sci fi
  • independent film
Where to watch

Where to Watch Dune World

Stream it on Bloodstream and Hoopla, or rent or buy it from Bloodstream and Google Play Movies. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

Dune World Cast

Houston Baker leads the cast, with Ryan Dalton and Samantha Coolidge. Directed by Mark Polonia.

Ratings

Dune World Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 10/100, strongest in story & flow (15) and weakest in rewatch factor (3).

10 /100

Dune World Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Dune World delivers an unsatisfactory cinematic experience marked by pervasive technical shortcomings and uninspired storytelling. The film’s low-budget production is evident in its rudimentary visual effects, flimsy set design, and inconsistent editing, which collectively undermine any narrative ambition. Performances are uniformly flat, offering little emotional connection or character development. The plot progresses without clear direction, further diminishing engagement. Consequently, the movie lacks lasting appeal and offers minimal incentive for repeat viewings.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 12

    Regarding art and craft, the film exhibits markedly deficient direction and visual execution. Cinematography relies on static framing and overtly visible green-screen backgrounds, while production design is limited to inexpensive props and costume pieces that appear amateurish. Editing lacks rhythmic cohesion, resulting in jarring transitions that further expose the low production values. These shortcomings collectively diminish the film’s aesthetic credibility.

  • Character & Emotion 8

    When evaluating character and emotion, performances are uniformly wooden, offering minimal nuance or emotional resonance. Actors display limited range, and on-screen chemistry is virtually absent, preventing audience investment in the protagonists. The lack of depth in characterization compounds the film’s narrative weaknesses, leaving characters as flat vessels rather than compelling individuals. Consequently, the emotional impact of the story is negligible.

  • Story & Flow 15

    Story and flow suffer from a disjointed and uninspired narrative. Plot development proceeds without clear motivation, and pacing fluctuates erratically, offering prolonged dull sections punctuated by abrupt, underdeveloped climaxes. Originality is minimal, with predictable tropes and an overall sense that the screenplay prioritizes filler over coherent storytelling. These issues result in low engagement and a lack of narrative satisfaction.

  • Sensory Experience 12

    Sensory experience is hindered by crude sound design and visually inconsistent aesthetics. The soundtrack offers little thematic support, while audio mixing is uneven, causing dialogue to compete with ambient noise. Visually, the film relies on low-quality CGI and obvious green-screen compositing, resulting in a fragmented style that distracts rather than immerses. Overall, sensory components fail to enhance the viewing experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 3

    Rewatch factor is minimal, as the film provides little incentive for repeated viewings. The combination of weak narrative, subpar performances, and glaring technical flaws leads to a viewing experience that quickly becomes fatigue-inducing rather than enjoyable. While occasional viewers might find fleeting amusement in its campy shortcomings, the overall lack of substantive content and lasting appeal makes it unlikely to be revisited.

Details

Dune World Also Known As

Also known as “Sand World”.

Also known as
  • Sand World

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FAQ

Dune World FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Dune World, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Dune World?

Dune World runs 1 hour 10 minutes (70 minutes).

When was Dune World released?

Dune World was released on August 8, 2021.

Who directed Dune World?

Dune World was directed by Mark Polonia.

More films by Mark Polonia

Who is in the cast of Dune World?

Dune World stars Houston Baker, Ryan Dalton and Samantha Coolidge.

Where can I watch Dune World?

In the US, Dune World is streaming on Bloodstream, Hoopla and Tubi TV and available to rent or buy on Bloodstream, Google Play Movies and YouTube (availability from JustWatch).

Does Dune World have a post-credit scene?

No. Dune World has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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