"John Carter 2" (2025) revisits the war-torn landscape of Barsoom, promising a story of considerable scale. Taylor Kitsch reprises his iconic role as John Carter, the terrestrial protagonist who has become a formidable Martian warrior. The preview opens with a stunning yet unsettling panorama of the Martian landscape, punctuated by dynamic battle sequences depicting the conflict between the rival factions of Barsoom.
Lynn Collins also returns to the cast, playing the compelling Dejah Thoris, princess of Helium. Her character navigates complex political machinations, facing threats from both within her domain and from outside forces.
John Carter and Dejah Thoris, who remain deeply attached to each other, will face significant obstacles as they commit to enhancing Helium. The political landscape of Barsoom has become unstable, with multiple groups vying for control of dwindling resources. Furthermore, a previously unknown civilization has reemerged on Barsoom, asserting its authority over the planet. Their technological level is far superior to anything Carter has encountered before, revealing the primary conflict between these advanced invaders and the united military forces of Barsoom's various tribes.