Years after the tyrants of Barsoom have fallen, John Carter (Taylor Kitsch) now reigns as the Warlord of Mars, presiding over a hard-earned era of peace. But that fragile harmony shatters when an ancient race of conquerors rises from the forgotten sands — wielding technology so advanced, it threatens to enslave an entire world. Torn between his Earthly origins and his devotion to Mars, Carter must once again rise — not merely as a warrior, but as a guardian of a planet that has become his true home.

Dejah Thoris (Lynn Collins) returns as both queen and warrior, her courage and wisdom standing unshaken as war looms on the horizon. Tars Tarkas (Willem Dafoe) brings his fierce loyalty and dry wit back to Carter’s side, a steadfast ally in the face of annihilation. And Mahershala Ali commands the screen as the invaders’ brilliant and merciless leader — a mastermind whose ambitions reach beyond conquest, into the very soul of Barsoom itself.

The saga expands across the crimson landscapes of Mars — vast skies filled with warring fleets, titanic beasts roaring in ancient arenas, and deserts that whisper of empires long buried. Yet amid the grandeur lies the story’s true core: Carter’s battle to discover his own identity, torn between two worlds and the destiny that binds them.

The climactic showdown erupts in the Valley of the Nine Suns, where Carter rallies the scattered tribes of Mars for one last stand. It is a breathtaking confrontation — a war forged in fire, honor, and sacrifice — where the fate of worlds hangs in the balance. And when the dust settles, Carter must face the ultimate truth of heroism: can a man truly belong to two worlds?

Rating: ★★★★☆ (8.6/10) — Epic, emotional, and visually stunning — a rebirth of science fiction adventure.