Fan CastingTHE MARTIANS (2032)

Years after Mark Watney’s daring escape from Mars, NASA and the international space community set their sights on establishing a permanent research base on the red planet. The new mission, known as Ares VI, involves an ambitious team of scientists, engineers, and botanists, each bringing essential expertise to build a sustainable habitat on Mars. Among them is Mia Yang, a resourceful engineer inspired by Watney’s journey, determined to make humanity's presence on Mars a reality. Shortly after arrival, the Ares VI team encounters a series of unexpected challenges, including mysterious dust storms and sudden equipment malfunctions. As the team races to secure their habitat, they begin to uncover strange geological anomalies that hint at past microbial life on Mars. Their discovery excites the world but comes with risks that threaten the safety of the entire crew. As tensions rise, the crew must rely on ingenuity, teamwork, and Watney's survival notes, left as a guide for future missions, to overcome the perils of Mars. With limited resources and mounting external pressures, the team faces the ultimate test of endurance and courage to pave the way for humanity’s future on the red planet.