𝙍𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙨:

John Carter II: Warlord of Mars

Director (Fan Concept): Denis Villeneuve
Release Year: 2025
Based on: Edgar Rice Burroughs’ Warlord of Mars
Sequel to: John Carter (2012)

Synopsis:

Years after John Carter reclaimed his place on Barsoom and wed Princess Dejah Thoris, peace is threatened once more. The Therns, thought vanquished, have returned with darker, ancient allies from deep within Barsoom’s core. When Dejah is kidnapped by the resurrected Firstborn, John must unite the warring tribes of Mars, travel to the forbidden Black Deserts, and confront the truth of the Ninth Ray’s origins.

As civil war erupts, John Carter must embrace his role not just as a warrior — but as Warlord of Mars.

Fan-Cast (Return & New):

• Taylor Kitsch as John Carter

• Lynn Collins as Dejah Thoris

• Chiwetel Ejiofor as Matai Shang (reborn)

• Florence Pugh as Thuvia of Ptarth

• Jason Momoa as Kantos Kan

• Tony Todd as Solan, Warlord of the Firstborn

Key Themes:

• Love through war and loss

• Identity and duty across two worlds

• Legacy and sacrifice

• Redemption of a forsaken planet

Visual Style:

• Expansive Martian landscapes with next-gen VFX

• Gritty high-tech-meets-sorcery aesthetic

• Epic aerial battles, gladiator duels, and ancient Martian ruins

• Tone: Dune (2021) × Avatar × Man of Steel

Taglines:

“A warrior of Earth. A legend of Mars.”
“Barsoom’s greatest war has just begun.”
“The Warlord will rise.”