John Carter 2012
“Lost in our world, found in another.”
What is John Carter?
John Carter is a film that tells the story of a war-weary, former military captain. He is inexplicably transported to the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom, where he becomes embroiled in an epic conflict.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 132 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 7, 2012
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Walt Disney Pictures
- Budget
- $263,700,000
- Revenue
- $284,100,000
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
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Overview
John Carter is a film that tells the story of a war-weary, former military captain. He is inexplicably transported to the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom, where he becomes embroiled in an epic conflict. Barsoom is a world on the brink of collapse, and the survival of the planet and its people rests in the hands of the transported captain. The film explores the captain's journey as he rediscovers his humanity in this new and unfamiliar environment. The story is set on the planet of Barsoom, which is described as a mysterious and exotic world. The film's plot revolves around the captain's reluctant involvement in the conflict that threatens the survival of Barsoom and its inhabitants.
Should you watch it?
“A war-weary military captain finds himself transported to a mysterious planet embroiled in a desperate conflict.”
- based on classic literature
- large-scale world building
- complex narrative
- long runtime
Watch it if you enjoy large-scale science fiction adventures set on exotic, alien worlds.
The film is rated PG-13 and contains action-oriented violence and science fiction themes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the movie based on?
It is based on A Princess of Mars, the first book in the Barsoom series by Edgar Rice Burroughs.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Andrew Stanton.
What is the setting of the film?
The story takes place on the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom, also known as Mars.
When was the film released?
The film was released in the United States on March 9, 2012.
What is the genre of the film?
It is categorized as an action, adventure, and science fiction film.