Jeff Bridges reprises his iconic role in “TRON: Ares,” as revealed in a behind-the-scenes image featuring the actor on set.
Jeff Bridges returns to the grid. #TronAres pic.twitter.com/Ib5tnazwHT
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The previously announced cast of “TRON: Ares” includes Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan, and Gillian Anderson. Fans eagerly anticipated the potential involvement of Jeff Bridges, whose character Kevin Flynn initiated the TRON franchise in 1982. The 2010 sequel, “TRON: Legacy,” featured Flynn’s son, Sam (Garrett Hedlund), who embarked on a mission to rescue his father from The Grid. Despite Flynn’s apparent demise, the ending left room for speculation about his return.
“TRON: Legacy’s” conclusion paved the way for a transformative third installment where the digital and physical realms intertwine. This vision looks set to become a reality.
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Producers of TRON Ares include Sean Bailey (TRON: Legacy), Jeffrey Silver (The Little Mermaid), Justin Springer (Oblivion), Emma Ludbrook (Morbius), and Leto. Original TRON writer-director Steven Lisberger also joins the production team. Russell Allen (Disney’s The Lion King and Snow White re-imaginings) will serve as executive producer.
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“TRON: Ares” features a sophisticated AI program, Ares, embarking on a perilous mission from the digital realm into the real world, marking humanity’s first encounter with such beings.
Producer Justin Springer expressed his desire to create a film that meets the legacy of the previous TRON installments, emphasizing the relevance of the franchise’s themes in the current age of AI advancements. However, he acknowledged the importance of developing a compelling story and assembling the right team before progressing with the project.
**TRON: Ares** is scheduled to be released on October 10, 2025.