About

As Kevin Flynn searches for proof that he invented a hit video game, he is 'digitalized' by a laser and finds himself inside 'The Grid', where programs suffer under the tyrannical rule of the Master Control Program (MCP). With the help of a security program called 'TRON', Flynn seeks to free The Grid from the MCP.

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Directed by

Steven Lisberger

Written by

Steven Lisberger (Screenplay)

Runtime

96 minutes

Country

United States of America

Language

English

Tagline

A world inside the computer where man has never been. Until now.

Cast

Keywords

video game virtual reality hacker dystopia simulated reality super computer utopia simulation computer simulation arcade game distopia light cycle

Photos

Lists

#223 on 500 Essential Cult Movies Jennifer Eiss

Awards

Oscar nomination for Best Sound Michael Minkler

Oscar nomination for Best Costume Design