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Play trailer 2:27 Poster for Tron PG 1982 1h 36m Sci-Fi Action Play Trailer Watchlist
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When talented computer engineer Kevin Flynn (Jeff Bridges) finds out that Ed Dillinger (David Warner), an executive at his company, has been stealing his work, he tries to hack into the system. However, Flynn is transported into the digital world, where he has to face off against Dillinger's computerized likeness, Sark, and the imposing Master Control Program. Aided by Tron (Bruce Boxleitner) and Yori (Cindy Morgan), Flynn becomes a freedom fighter for the oppressed programs of the grid.
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While not as dramatically strong as it is technologically, TRON is a visually stunning piece of science fiction that represents a landmark work in the history of computer animation.

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Carrie Rickey Village Voice Oct 6, 2025
To say that Tron envisions technology as it has never been seen before is an understatement. No movie more deserves the praise, state of the art. Go to Full Review Archer Winsten New York Post Oct 6, 2025
To put it bluntly -- and entirely outside the familiar realm of movie entertainment -- this is Something Else. Go to Full Review John Coleman New Statesman Oct 6, 2025
Some of the effects are worth a fanfare and there is even a cracker-barrel bit of moralising... But the fun is at kiddy-level. Go to Full Review Burl Burlingame Honolulu Star-Bulletin Sep 16, 2026
"TRON" is clever and beautiful when it wants to be, and is nearly always interesting to look at. Go to Full Review Larry Ratliff San Antonio Express-News Aug 24, 2026
2.5/4
It all runs out of gas too soon. But it's a noble effort. Go to Full Review Phil Kloer Florida Times-Union Jan 26, 2026
3/4
In the end, TRON seems to have been written by a computer, as well as realized by one. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Gunner I @RT64755212 Sep 7, 2026 I have to give this movie 2 thumbs up. For an 80s movie, it rocks! I will definitely watch it multiple times. See more Jasmine W @jasniquejewels Aug 31, 2026 flynn the true hero this tron film holds up surprisingly well and definitely was ahead of it’s time. After watching this I totally get this franchise and I’m now a huge fan of it some of these scenes were iconic on it’s own. like the kiss and disc beam stance scene were truly amazing to see! jeff bridges <3 See more Josie H @JjThrowsTomatoes Aug 5, 2026 Ever since I first watched this movie, it has been stuck in my brain. So memorable and makes you think about how far technology will go before we start pulling back. Love it! See more Dakota P @DaCinephile Aug 3, 2026 The visuals mostly hold up. The central question of whether technology should be an extension of humanity or something independent from it remains just as relevant today. I liked where Tron was heading, but the audio mix and costume design took me out of it. (Not the ignited circuitry - the suits themselves.) I found myself losing track of plot points, and some of the characters became difficult to distinguish beneath the glowing costumes. Watching the original made me appreciate Tron: Legacy even more. Tron was both a technological and creative feat, and it deserves its flowers for that alone. But I appreciate it even more for the seeds it planted than for the film it ultimately became. The universe it created is an incredible backdrop for bigger, bolder ideas, and I hope filmmakers continue exploring it. See more John K @WQCMI Jul 20, 2026 Its one of those films where you look at it and laugh at its effects, but you have to admit, it was mind-blowing for its time when it came out in 1982. This film however, has a great story about videogames. See more Master B @Sabredork Jul 18, 2026 CLASSIC movie! Not for everyone, but watch at least once. See more Read all reviews
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Steven Lisberger

Director

Jeff Bridges

Kevin Flynn

Bruce Boxleitner

Alan Bradley

David Warner

Ed Dillinger

Cindy Morgan

Lora

Barnard Hughes

Dr. Walter Gibbs

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Synopsis When talented computer engineer Kevin Flynn (Jeff Bridges) finds out that Ed Dillinger (David Warner), an executive at his company, has been stealing his work, he tries to hack into the system. However, Flynn is transported into the digital world, where he has to face off against Dillinger's computerized likeness, Sark, and the imposing Master Control Program. Aided by Tron (Bruce Boxleitner) and Yori (Cindy Morgan), Flynn becomes a freedom fighter for the oppressed programs of the grid.
Director
Steven Lisberger
Producer
Donald Kushner
Screenwriter
Bonnie MacBird, Steven Lisberger
Distributor
Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co
Lisberger/Kushner, Walt Disney Pictures
Rating
PG
Genre
Sci-Fi, Action
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 9, 1982, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 13, 2015
Runtime
1h 36m
Sound Mix
Surround, Magnetic Stereo 6 Track, Dolby Stereo
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