The journey towards a third installment in the Tron series has been marked by ups and downs, with Disney navigating a complex relationship with the franchise. While neither the original Tron (1982) nor its sequel Tron: Legacy (2010) were runaway box office successes, they earned cult classic status and garnered devoted followings over time. Despite its decent popularity, Tron hasn’t been the most profitable IP for Disney, leaving the company uncertain about the franchise’s future.

The development of a sequel to Tron: Legacy was underway, with director Joseph Kosinski and the original cast involved, but Disney ultimately pulled the plug on the project. Subsequently, plans for a reboot emerged, signaling a fresh start for the franchise. However, Disney surprised fans by announcing that the next Tron film would actually be a sequel, helmed by director Garth Davis. Following this update in 2020, details about the project remained scarce until recently.

Throughout the various iterations of a third Tron film, one constant has been the involvement of Oscar-winner Jared Leto. Despite the project facing years of development challenges, Leto has remained committed to the idea of the series returning to screens. Now, with the official title Tron: Ares and director Joachim Rønning (known for Maleficent: Mistress of Evil) at the helm, it appears that the Grid will finally see a new chapter unfold.

Although Tron: Ares is still in the early stages of production, there’s already significant information available about the project. Fans eager for more details about the highly anticipated film can rest assured that progress is being made, signaling the possibility of a long-awaited return to the captivating world of Tron.

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