Disney’s highly anticipated sci-fi sequel, Tron: Ares, opened with a domestic gross of $33.5 million in its debut weekend, underperforming compared to earlier projections of $45–50 million. Despite its $180 million budget and a star-studded cast including Jared Leto and Jeff Bridges, the film’s performance fell short of its predecessor, Tron: Legacy, which grossed $409.9 million worldwide.
The film received mixed reviews, with a 55% rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes and an 86% audience score. It also earned a B+ grade on CinemaScore, indicating a more favorable reception from general audiences.
In second place, Paramount’s Roofman, starring Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst, opened with $8 million from 3,340 theaters. The film, a true-crime dramedy, had a modest production budget of $19 million and garnered positive reviews, suggesting it may achieve profitability despite its underwhelming opening.
Both films debuted in a relatively quiet box office environment, with no other major releases competing for audience attention. Industry analysts will be closely monitoring their performance in the coming weeks to assess their long-term viability.
