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Tron

1982·Movie
1h 36min·PG
IMDb6.7Metacritic586.8Rotten Tomatoes61%69%

Where to watch

Disney+

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High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Spectacular and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Wondrous and nostalgic

  • Wonder8
  • Nostalgia7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

The future, technology, and games

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Intrigue7
  • Acting6

Style

Standout score, visual style, and sound design

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition8
  • Visual Stylization8
  • Sound Centrality8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Journey now into a startling new dimension where energy lives and breathes. A world inside the computer where man has never been. Never before now.

When brilliant video game maker Flynn hacks the mainframe of his ex-employer, he is beamed inside an astonishing digital world and becomes part of the very game he is designing. In his mission through cyberspace, Flynn matches wits with a maniacal Master Control Program and teams up with Tron, a security measure created to bring balance to the digital environment.
Early CGI AestheticsDystopian Virtual WorldTechnological FrontierArcade Gaming CultureFather-Son NarrativeIconic Sci-FiGroundbreaking Visual EffectsCyberpunk Precursor

Crew

Directed by:
Steven Lisberger
Written by:
Steven Lisberger, Steven Lisberger, Bonnie MacBird
Produced by:
Harrison Ellenshaw, Ron Miller, Donald Kushner
Composed by:
Wendy Carlos, Jorge Calandrelli, James LaRue

Sequels and Prequels

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Media

Questions about Tron

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Tron legally?

Disney+

Tron is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Tron worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 61%, and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tron rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Tron?

1 h 36 min

Tron runs 1 h 36 min.

Is Tron based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a video game.

Do critics and audiences agree on Tron?

Critics60
Audiences68

Not quite. Audiences rate Tron higher (68) than critics (60). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Tron a box office hit?

Budget$17 million
Box office$33 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $17 million to make and earned $33 million worldwide, 1.9 times its budget.

What language is Tron in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Tron?

82ADALARATAUBABEBGBOBRBZCACHCL+68

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tron in 82 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Tron use?

Crucified Hero ShotDeadpan SnarkerTwirl of LoveLiving ProgramGlasses PullEvil Sounds DeepCool ShipDrives Like CrazyI Knew There Was Something About YouPsychic LinkDoomed Fellow PrisonerTempting Fateand 201 more

TV Tropes lists 213 storytelling tropes for Tron, including Crucified Hero Shot, Deadpan Snarker, Twirl of Love.