Gillian Anderson has been cast in the much-anticipated film 'Tron: Ares,' the latest installment in Disney's iconic sci-fi series. Joining an impressive ensemble that includes Jared Leto as the titular character Ares and Evan Peters among others, Anderson's exact role is yet to be revealed. As production finally gets underway, director Joachim Rønning kicks off the first week on 'the grid.' Despite a rocky road to production, including delays due to industry strikes and a shift from a sequel to a reboot, 'Tron: Ares' is on track to hit theaters in 2025, promising a fresh adventure that merges the worlds of video games and Earth with a narrative focused on artificial intelligence.

What is 'Tron: Ares' about and when will it be released?n'Tron: Ares' is a sci-fi movie blending video game and real-world elements, featuring Ares, and set to be released in theaters in 2025.

The 'Tron' franchise, which began with the groundbreaking film 'Tron' in 1982, revolutionized the use of computer graphics in cinema and developed a cult following. Its sequel, 'Tron: Legacy,' released in 2010, revived interest in the franchise with its updated visuals and a soundtrack by Daft Punk. 'Tron: Ares' marks the third major film in the series and is set to introduce a new direction while building upon the franchise's legacy of exploring themes of technology and artificial intelligence within a unique cyber universe.