Tron: Ares Debuts December 2 with High-Octane Sci-Fi Action and New Franchise Releases

Disney is giving sci-fi fans an early holiday gift: "Tron: Ares", the next chapter in the legendary "Tron" franchise, will make its digital debut on December 2 across major platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Digital presales are now available, and the release arrives just in time for winter break, offering audiences a high-energy, stay-at-home spectacle packed with cutting-edge visuals and adrenaline-pumping action.

For collectors and physical-media loyalists, the excitement continues into the new year. Tron: Ares will power onto 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and DVD on January 6, 2026, giving fans multiple ways to experience the futuristic world of the Grid.

Directed by Joachim Rønning (Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, Kon-Tiki), "Tron: Ares" pushes the franchise's boundaries with a timely, provocative premise. Building on the foundations established by the original "Tron" (1982) and the visually groundbreaking "Tron: Legacy" (2010), this new installment dives deeper into the escalating conflict between artificial intelligence and humanity. With state-of-the-art visual effects, sleek production design, and a high-velocity narrative, the film marks a bold leap forward for the series.

Rønning has teamed up with acclaimed cinematographer Jeff Cronenweth (The Social Network, Gone Girl) to craft a neon-lit battleground where motion, color, and contrast collide. Their collaboration has already earned praise from early critics. Jonathan Sim of Coming Soon called the film “a fast-paced, thrilling movie that launches at full throttle and never slows down,” while Joseph Morona of Cleveland.com celebrated how “Rønning and cinematographer Jeff Cronenweth's canvas pops with color, contrast and motion, while Nine Inch Nails' techno-forward score literally rattles your seat.”

Indeed, the score—composed by industrial icons Nine Inch Nails—promises one of the film's most distinctive elements, merging the franchise's classic synth energy with darker, contemporary soundscapes that sync seamlessly with the movie's visceral action.

Fans who enjoy bringing the Grid home will be especially drawn to the limited-edition SteelBook release. Designed with collectors in mind, the SteelBook features striking custom artwork that channels the franchise's signature glow and high-tech aesthetic. The packaging pays homage not only to the series' legacy but also to its ongoing evolution in an era where AI and digital consciousness are no longer distant concepts.

For those who want the full "Tron" experience, Disney is also releasing the "Tron" 3-Movie Collection. This bundle unites the original "Tron", the visually mesmerizing "Tron: Legacy", and the brand-new "Tron: Ares" in one comprehensive digital and DVD package. It's the ultimate way to track the franchise's evolution—three films, one iconic universe, and decades of cutting-edge storytelling.

"Tron: Ares" centers on a highly advanced Program named Ares, who is sent from the digital realm into the real world on a perilous mission. His arrival marks humanity's first encounter with AI beings in physical form—setting off a chain of events that could redefine the future of both worlds. With its mix of electrifying action, boundary-pushing visuals, and thought-provoking themes, the film looks poised to ignite renewed enthusiasm for one of sci-fi's most enduring franchises.