Disney is bringing the Tron universe back to life with the highly anticipated Tron: Ares, expected to hit theaters in October 2025. Developed by Disney, the film is the third entry in the groundbreaking science fiction series that started with Tron in 1982 and followed with Tron: Legacy in 2010. After years of speculation and delays, Tron: Ares is finally moving forward and it’s bringing some major changes to the digital world we thought we knew.
Unlike the previous films where humans entered the virtual world of the Grid, Tron: Ares flips the concept. The spotlight shifts to Ares, a next-generation program venturing out of the Grid and into human society for the first time. Played by Jared Leto, Ares is not just a character, but a symbol of the growing relationship between artificial intelligence and humanity. His mission in the human world remains mysterious, but it’s expected to challenge the boundaries between man and machine.
The soundtrack for Tron Ares takes a different direction, with Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross of Nine Inch Nails replacing Daft Punk’s electronic beats from the previous film. Their industrial sound is expected to bring a darker, more emotional tone to the movie’s atmosphere.
Cast and Crew in Tron Ares
| Name | Role | Work/Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Joachim Rønning | Director | Directed the film |
| Jared Leto | Lead Actor | Plays Ares, the main program entering the real world |
| Jeff Bridges | Supporting Actor | Returns as Kevin Flynn |
| Greta Lee | Supporting Actress | Major supporting role |
| Evan Peters | Supporting Actor | Major supporting role |
| Jodie Turner-Smith | Supporting Actress | Major supporting role |
| Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross | Music Composers | Composed the film’s score (Nine Inch Nails) |
Trailer Highlights
The first trailer for Tron: Ares was unveiled by Disney in April 2025, giving audiences an early look at its striking style and intriguing storyline. The trailer opens with a high-speed light cycle chase not in the Grid, but on real city streets. The scenes blend futuristic tech with grounded action, hinting at the conflict between digital creation and the human world.
