In what promises to be an electrifying development for theTronfranchise, it has been confirmed that Academy Award-winning composersTrent ReznorandAtticus Rosswill be taking over the music forTron: Ares. The news marks a significant shift from the iconic soundtrack ofTron: Legacy, originally composed byDaft Punk, but it’s one that fans should be incredibly excited about.
While Daft Punk’s score forTron: Legacyremains one of the most celebrated soundtracks in modern cinema, bringing the film’s digital world to life with its blend of electronic beats and orchestral grandeur, Reznor and Ross are no strangers to creating immersive, atmospheric soundscapes.Their work on films likeThe Social Network,Gone Girl, andSoul, and more recently,Challengers,has earned them critical acclaimand a reputation for crafting music that is as emotionally resonant as it is technically masterful.
Reznor and Ross have a unique ability to fuse electronic elements with organic sounds, creating scores that are both haunting and deeply engaging. Given their background withNine Inch Nailsand their extensive experience in film scoring, they are perfectly positioned to take theTronuniverse to new heights. Their music often carries an intensity and depth that could bring a fresh and darker tone toTron: Ares, making them the ideal successors to Daft Punk’s legacy.
What is ‘Tron: Ares’ About?
Tron: Aresis shaping up to be an epic continuation of theTronsaga. Directed byJoachim Rønning, who has a history of pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling with films likeKon-TikiandPirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, the movie will undoubtedly be a spectacle both visually and, now, in audio. Rønning wrapped up production earlier this year, expressing his excitement about the final product and the incredible efforts of his cast and crew during a challenging shoot. The film starsJared Letoas Ares, a rogue program within the Grid, and sees the return ofJeff Bridgesas Kevin Flynn.They are joined by a star-studded castincludingGillian Anderson, Jodie Turner-Smith, Greta Lee, Sarah Desjardins, Cameron Monaghan, Hasan Minhaj, andArturo Castro.
Reznor and Ross are expected to bring a more intense, industrial edge to theTronuniverse, perfectly complementing the film’s darker themes and the narrative of a rogue program wreaking havoc within the Grid. Their signature style, which often includes a mix of analog and digital instrumentation, could lend a more visceral, gritty feel to the world ofTron, contrasting with the sleek, neon-lit landscapes fans have come to know.
While Daft Punk’s departure might initially seem like a loss, Reznor and Ross are more than capable of filling those big, glowing shoes. Their involvement suggests thatTron: Areswill continue to push the boundaries of what aTronfilm can be, not just visually, but sonically as well.
Stay tuned to Collider for more updates as we get closer to what might just be one of the most anticipated films of 2025.Tron: Aresopens on August 18, 2025. You can stream the previousTronfilms on Disney+.
