Tron: Ares Set to Lose $132M+
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- Disney's 'Tron: Ares' cost $220M, not the reported $170M-$180M, leading to a $132.7M loss.
- The film's global gross is projected at $160M, with $103M earned by its second weekend.
- Revenue streams include theatrical rentals, home entertainment, TV, and airline sales totaling $214.8M.
- Total costs, including production, marketing, and residuals, reached $347.5M.
- Criticism includes lack of vision, high budget for a franchise with limited success, and poor screenplay.
- Comparisons to other sci-fi franchises highlight the challenges of reviving older IPs.
- Marketing and casting choices, including Jared Leto, were questioned for their appeal and cost.
- The film's older audience (70% over 25) and lack of younger viewers (6% aged 13-17) impacted its reach.
- Despite a B+ CinemaScore, the film failed to expand its audience or generate significant box office momentum.
- The Tron franchise may still have value for Disney theme parks, despite the film's financial failure.