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TRON: Ares

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2025 | 119 min | Science Fiction, Adventure, Action

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

People are still talking about it, but middling reviews (53% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for sci-fi fans and action fans. If you loved The Matrix or The Creator, start here.
The mood
Mind-bending.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 59 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.

A highly sophisticated Program called Ares is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind's first encounter with A.I. beings.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    53% on Rotten Tomatoes, 48 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.4 out of 10

  • AwardsSolid

    Nominated for 1 DGA Award.. Plus: Nominated for 1 Razzie, the "worst of the year" awards.

  • Box office & staying powerSolid

    $220 million worldwide on a $220 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactVery strong

    About 3.2 million people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Joachim Rønning

  • Jared LetoAres
  • Greta LeeEve Kim
  • Evan PetersJulian Dillinger
  • Gillian AndersonElisabeth Dillinger
  • Jodie Turner-SmithAthena
  • Jeff BridgesKevin Flynn
  • Hasan MinhajAjay Singh
  • Arturo CastroSeth Flores
  • Cameron MonaghanCaius
  • Sarah DesjardinsErin