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For context, the original Tron from the 1980s was considered a financial disappointment at the time, earning only modest returns. Its 2010 sequel, Tron Legacy, while better-performing, still didn't meet expectations, grossing around $400 million worldwide. With Tron Aries bringing in significantly less—roughly a third of that—it signals a worrying trend for the franchise’s future.
Adding insult to injury, the film’s opening is even weaker than Morbius—a notorious box office bomb that made approximately $39 million. The comparison highlights how Tron Aries, despite its big-budget approach and star power like Jared Leto, failed to resonate with audiences, ultimately delivering a disappointing start that cast doubt on its profitability.