John Carter of Mars and the Barsoom series are brimming with possibilities for more film adaptations, with countless thrilling moments in the books still remaining gatekept from general movie-going audiences today. The legendary Edgar Rice Burroughs, also known for creating the jungle-dwelling Tarzan, is perhaps best known for the Barsoom series, which described the many adventures of human soldier John Carter and his companions on his vision of Mars. Throughout the 11 John Carter and Barsoom books, many incredible scenes unfold that would look amazing on the big screen.