Tron Franchise in Limbo
After a disappointing box office opening, Tron: Ares has left the franchise in a state of uncertainty.
Disney has had its share of failed franchise attempts, such as John Carter. However, the Tron trilogy, spanning 43 years, remains in a unique position - too successful to be considered a failure, yet unable to reach the heights of other Disney IPs.
The latest film, Tron: Ares, opened with $33.5 million domestically and $60 million globally, a significant decline from Tron: Legacy, which grossed $400 million worldwide before inflation.
Disney's attempts to revive the franchise have been met with lukewarm reception, leaving the future of Tron uncertain.
- Tron: Legacy (2010) - $400 million worldwide
- Tron: Ares (2023) - $33.5 million domestic, $60 million global opening
Author's summary: Tron franchise faces uncertainty after poor box office opening.