“The Return to Barsoom: John Carter 2” (2025) begins with stunning aerial shots of Mars’ mysterious, red-hued landscapes — or “Barsoom,” as its inhabitants call it. The atmosphere is tense and electric, with a powerful orchestral score heightening the scenes of a planet on the brink of war. The trailer gives brief glimpses of John Carter, rugged and determined, standing atop a Martian plateau while a voiceover recalls his legendary status and the battles that made him a hero.
New characters are introduced: a fierce warrior with glowing eyes, a mysterious cloaked figure with a hidden agenda, and a rogue Thark chieftain. The visual effects are dazzling, featuring massive airships clashing in aerial combat, Martian warriors wielding strange weapons, and Carter leaping across chasms with superhuman agility. This time, the stakes are even higher, with hints of an ancient secret buried deep within Mars that could change the fate of both Barsoom and Earth forever.
The trailer builds to a thrilling climax, showing rapid-fire action sequences: Carter locked in combat with a formidable foe, an epic battle against monstrous creatures, and one final, tantalizing shot of a dark, towering figure emerging from the shadows. The screen fades to black, and the title appears along with the release date: “Summer 2025.” As the trailer ends, the words “The battle for Barsoom has only just begun…” echo, leaving audiences eager for the next adventure.
