Disney’s third Tron installment opened with $33.5 million in domestic markets (U.S. and Canada) and $27 million internationally, totaling $60.5 million worldwide for its debut weekend. Despite favorable IMAX attendance and strong openings in Latin America, box office results in Canada and the U.S. fell short of expectations, as did most overseas territories. China’s release (slated for October 17) could still impact global totals.
Tron: Ares starring Jared Leto Box Office Breakdown for Canada and America
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Domestic (U.S. and Canada): The film managed just $33.5 million across North America, landing in the top box office position but trailing projections by $10-$15 million. Analysts had anticipated $40-50 million domestically. Major reviews were mixed, with a stronger reception from audiences than critics.
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Canada (in domestic totals): Canada’s figures are rolled into the total $33.5 million, though there’s no separate reporting. The performance was considered lackluster per industry expectations, with no specific Canadian surge noted in trade reports.
Tron: Ares Worldwide Box Office Performance
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Global: With $27 million earned overseas, the worldwide total hit $60.5 million—well below the $90 million pre-release predictions. Market highlights include Latin America (notably Mexico and Brazil, where openings outperformed previous Tron films), moderate results in the UK, France, and Australia, and slow turnout in Germany and Korea.
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China: The film had not opened in China by the initial reporting date (scheduled for October 17). This territory remains Disney’s hope for a possible box office rebound.
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Comparison with Tron: Legacy: The predecessor, Tron: Legacy (2010), opened to $44 million domestically and ultimately amassed more than $400 million worldwide. Even Jared Leto’s recent Morbius posted a stronger launch ($39 million) and a higher $167.4 million global final gross.
Audience and Critical Response
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Critics rated the film 57% on Rotten Tomatoes; audience scores reached 87%, with 4 out of 5 stars via PostTrak. IMAX and Premium Large Format showings drew comparatively better crowds.
Will Jared Leto’s Tron: Ares Recover? The Franchise Hangs in the Balance
Despite a passionate fanbase and strong nostalgia, Tron: Ares’ box office numbers in North America (including Canada) and internationally have left Disney’s hopes for a franchise reboot uncertain. With a steep production budget of $180 million and no massive international breakout so far, analysts suggest only a major boost in China or prolonged strong audience legs (especially via IMAX and PLF) could prevent the film from ending as a commercial disappointment.
More positively, the movie performed above expectations in Latin America, topped box office charts in Mexico, Brazil, Spain, the UK, Australia, and Hong Kong, and IMAX venues remained busy. Audience ratings are notably higher than critics, giving Disney some hope for a cult following or extended run, much like the original 1982 Tron.
