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Tron (1982)

Science Fiction, Action, Adventure • 1h 35m

Overview

When brilliant video game maker Flynn hacks the mainframe of his ex-employer, he is beamed inside an astonishing digital world...And becomes part of the very game he is designing. In his mission through cyberspace, Flynn matches wits with a maniacal Master Control Program and teams up with Tron, a security measure created to bring balance to the digital environment.

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Disney

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Length

95 mins

Type

Movie

Alternative Titles

Tron 1, TRON: The Original Classic

Last Updated

3 months ago

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The 5.1 is a more faithful remix than the later Atmos track.

Format
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Length
95 mins
Type
Movie
Alternative Titles
Tron 1, TRON: The Original Classic
Last Updated
3 months ago
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