At a Glance
- Tron: Ares will stream on Disney+ on January 7, 2026
- The film also debuts on Blu-ray a day earlier
- It follows a weak box-office and PVOD performance
- Why it matters: Fans can finally watch the film on a streaming platform after its theatrical struggles
After a lackluster run at the box office and a quick PVOD release, Tron: Ares is poised to find a new audience on Disney+. The film will become available on Disney+ on January 7, 2026, following a Blu-ray release the day before.
Disney+ Release After Box-Office Struggles
Disney confirmed the release date in a recent announcement. The third Tron film will stream on Disney+ a week after its theatrical debut and a day after its Blu-ray launch.
- Release on Disney+: January 7, 2026
- Blu-ray release: January 6, 2026
- Previous performance: weak box-office and PVOD
Future of the Tron Franchise
Disney appears to be moving Tron away from theatrical distribution, with the franchise’s future on the big screen uncertain. The short-lived Tron: Uprising animated series filled the gap between films, but long gaps have persisted. If Ares fails to meet expectations, Disney might discontinue the franchise entirely.
Key Takeaways
- Tron: Ares streams on Disney+ Jan 7, 2026
- Blu-ray available a day earlier
- Disney is shifting Tron toward streaming after poor box-office
Whether the franchise will thrive on Disney+ remains to be seen, but the platform gives fans a chance to finally experience Ares.
