A war-weary captain is inexplicably transported to Mars, finding epic, pulpy adventure and a chance for redemption.
A party watch at a brisk pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.
Streaming on Disney+.
No sex or nudity and mild language, about what a PG-13 should carry.
Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.
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John Carter is a war-weary, former military captain who's inexplicably transported to the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom (Mars) and reluctantly becomes embroiled in an epic conflict. It's a world on the brink of collapse, and Carter rediscovers his humanity when he realizes the survival of Barsoom and its people rests in his hands.
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
The Empire Strikes Back (1980)Wholesome humor · epic · family watch · strong violenceA brisk, suspenseful adventure unfolds as Luke trains while his friends face betrayal and despair.
Iron Man (2008)Dry wit · pulpy · party watch · strong violenceA brilliant inventor builds a high-tech suit and fights evil with witty remarks and brisk action.
Star Wars (1977)Wholesome humor · epic · family watch · briskVenturesome heroes, wholesome humor, and brisk action create an epic, feel-good adventure across the galaxy.
Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)Big broad humor · epic · date night · strong violenceAn abducted Earthling and his ragtag crew of misfits chase a powerful orb across the galaxy.
The Avengers (2012)Dry wit · epic · family watch · strong violenceEarth's mightiest heroes assemble for an epic, relentless, and witty battle to save humanity.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)Suspenseful · party watch · strong violence · emotionally heavyPeter Parker faces relentless, high-octane action and an invisible threat while grappling with a world that forgot him.
Ready Player One (2018)Nostalgic · party watch · strong violence · relentlessA virtual treasure hunt through an epic, nostalgic world delivers relentless, high-octane adventure.
Avengers: Endgame (2019)Dry wit · epic · party watch · brutal violenceA relentless, witty adventure unfolds as heroes assemble to undo cosmic devastation and restore balance.Prompts we typed into CouchRot, and the lists that share its tags.
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