The much awaited Tron: Ares is the third installment in the Tron saga, which began in 1982 and concluded with Tron: Legacy in 2010. The franchise, which centers on a virtual world called “the Grid,” has experimented with interacting with both corrupt and morally upright computer programs.
Tron: Legacy followed in the footsteps of its predecessor, Tron, which was acclaimed for its breakthrough visuals. Other notable elements of the film include the film’s dazzling light cycle battles, an iconic Daft Punk score, and Oscar-nominated sound editing.
Considering that the first two Tron films were released 28 years apart, the third movie’s production delay appears reasonable. Disney opted to expand the Tron franchise despite not being able to produce a quick sequel to the original due to the film’s cult popularity.
Tron: Ares has also faced numerous obstacles, such as Disney abandoning the concept of a full sequel in 2015 and Joachim Rønning taking over as director in lieu of Garth Davis. The third installment of Tron is now in development, having finally emerged from development purgatory.
Is There a Release Date for ‘Tron: Ares’?
After years of development hell, Tron: Ares has finally a release date, albeit it may not be as fast as fans may have expected. As per Screen Rant, the threequel is currently scheduled to debut on October 10, 2025, after spending nearly 15 years in various stages of production as a legacy sequel.
Although there is a chance that the date will alter in the interim, the fact that the movie ended in May 2024 indicates that it won’t be late.
What is the plot of ‘Tron: Ares’?
There is a hazy notion of the plot of Tron: Ares from the project overview on Production List. It doesn’t reveal much when it calls the sequel “a compelling exploration of Ares’ journey.” Tron and Tron: Legacy both took place mostly in digital worlds, but Legacy’s conclusion had a significant impact on the series going forward.
In the first case in the franchise when a program may turn human, Quorra ventured out into the real world.
Given that Jared Leto portrays the role of Ares, the supposed “journey” would involve his visit outside of the Grid, which could have negative effects on people. The Greek god of battle, Ares, was no stranger to causing strife.
Although Joseph Kosinski informed Collider that his first Tron 3 script (named Tron: Ascension) dealt with an invasion scenario situated between the two worlds, Jesse Wigutow is the screenwriter for Tron: Ares. Should elements of Kosinski’s narrative find their way into Tron: Ares, a real battle between the worlds may break out.
What is the cast of ‘Tron: Ares’?
Jared Leto, despite his Oscar-winning performance in Dallas Buyers Club, has struggled with blockbuster roles, particularly in superhero films like Suicide Squad and Morbius. He is set to star in Tron: Ares, likely as the main protagonist, marking a potential turning point in his career. Leto previously collaborated with Disney on Haunted Mansion.
Joining the cast in undisclosed roles are Emmy-winner Evan Peters, known for his portrayal of Jeffrey Dahmer in Netflix’s Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, and actors Greta Lee, Jodie Turner-Smith, Cameron Monaghan, Sarah Desjardins, Hasan Minhaj, Arturo Castro, and Gillian Anderson. Lee is confirmed to play a tech CEO and video game designer.
The film will also see the return of Jeff Bridges, reprising his iconic role as Kevin Flynn from the original Tron films. This raises the possibility of other original cast members, such as Bruce Boxleitner, Garrett Hedlund, and Olivia Wilde, making appearances in this sequel.
Is a trailer for ‘Tron: Ares’ Available?
No, there isn’t a trailer for Tron: Ares available yet. A trailer won’t probably be released until Spring 2025 at the latest, as the film’s release date is still a year and a half away. Though nothing has been confirmed, it does appear likely that attendees attending D23 in August 2024 will be given an exclusive first look at the film.
Conclusion
Tron: Ares promises to continue the legacy of its predecessors, offering fans a fresh exploration of the digital and real-world intersection. With a star-studded cast and a long-awaited release date set for October 2025, the film’s journey from concept to production hints at an epic continuation of the Tron saga.
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