Hans Zimmer has been the sound of modern-day blockbusters, most notably his work on epic sci-fi and action movies. Many may know him from his work with Christopher Nolan, although Nolan has opted to work with Ludwig Göransson in his last two outings.

One of the year’s most anticipated and epic musical scores won't be in the running for an Academy Award. Warner Bros.’ “Dune: Part Two,” directed by Denis Villeneuve, was met with critical acclaim when it hit theaters in March.

Hans Zimmer's score for 'Dune 2' has been disqualified from Oscar consideration, but remains in the running for other awards like the Critics Choice, Golden Globes, BAFTA, and Grammys. Zimmer, who doesn't compose for awards but to serve the narrative,

Part Two', which was being considered one of the strongest contenders at the upcoming edition of the Academy Awards for Best Original Score, is out of the race for the Oscars.

Zimmer’s score for Dune 2 is ineligible for the 2024 Oscars due to exceeding the Academy’s pre-existing music limit.

Hans Zimmer’s score for Dune 2 won’t be eligible for any Academy Awards. Dune: Part Two was released in United States theaters in March 2024. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, Dune: Part Two is a sequel to 2021’s Dune and an adaptation of Frank Herbet’s 1965 novel of the same name.

The Academy’s rules limit the use of pre-existing music in sequels, stipulating that “no more than 20% of the score can reuse material from previous installments

Hans Zimmer's 'Dune 2' score has been ruled ineligible for the Oscars, but will compete for Golden Globes, Critics Choice and Grammys.

It may be among the most epic scores of the year, but legendary composer Hans Zimmer's score for Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two will not feature in the Best Original Score category at the 97th Academy Awards.