The TRON Ares New York celebration lit up Manhattan on September 22, 2025. Disney turned the city into a glowing tribute to the Grid, giving fans a reason to gather for TRON Day and look ahead to the release of TRON: Ares.
At The Edge in Hudson Yards, director Joachim Rønning appeared with stars Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, and Gillian Anderson to launch the film’s global press tour. The group shared exclusive behind-the-scenes details and set the stage for the franchise’s exciting next chapter.
A New Chapter in the TRON Saga
TRON: Ares introduces audiences to a powerful program named Ares, who is sent into the human world on a mission that sparks humanity’s first true encounter with artificial intelligence. The film blends the signature neon-drenched visuals of the TRON universe with new storytelling that explores the consequences of two worlds colliding.
In addition, Disney released a behind-the-scenes featurette highlighting the film’s artistry. Director Rønning explained how he wanted to push TRON’s visual style to a new level. The production even shut down parts of Vancouver for six weeks, showing the scale of the project. Fans can expect cutting-edge effects and an evolution of the franchise’s signature look.
The Stars of TRON: Ares
Jared Leto leads the cast as Ares. He is joined by Greta Lee, Evan Peters, and Gillian Anderson, who play central roles in the story. Together, the ensemble promises emotional depth, thrilling action, and a balance of character-driven drama with TRON’s trademark spectacle.
Release Date and Legacy
TRON: Ares will arrive in theaters on October 10, 2025, continuing the franchise that began with the groundbreaking original film in 1982 and its sequel TRON: Legacy in 2010. For fans of science fiction and cinematic world-building, this marks a major event on the fall movie calendar.
For additional updates, visit Disney’s official site. You can also find coverage on Variety or explore more about the TRON universe at IGN. For related reads, check our sci-fi movie previews and coverage of Disney’s upcoming film slate.
