Movies Like Tron

Set in a future where reality as perceived by most humans is actually a simulated reality, The Matrix shares Tron's theme of a hidden world within the one we know. Its revolutionary special effects and cyberpunk aesthetic resonate with fans of Tron's early venture into the digital domain.

Directed by Steven Spielberg, Ready Player One dives into a vast virtual reality universe, much like the digital world of Tron. Viewers who enjoyed the blend of adventure and technology in Tron would appreciate the similar themes and the visual spectacle of this film.

Directed by David Cronenberg, eXistenZ dives into the blurred lines between reality and virtual reality through a game designer on the run. Its avant-garde approach to what constitutes reality will intrigue those captivated by Tron's digitized world.

This 1983 film focuses on a young computer whiz who accidentally hacks into a U.S. military supercomputer, which challenges the audience's perceptions of technology, much like Tron. Its themes of man interacting with technology in unexpected ways will resonate with Tron enthusiasts.

While more light-hearted and animated, Wreck-It Ralph explores the lives of video game characters when the arcade closes, reminiscent of Tron's anthropomorphized programs living inside a computer system. It's a hit for those who love the confluence of video gaming culture and storytelling seen in Tron.

Exploring the boundaries between human consciousness and digital reality, The Lawnmower Man deals with virtual reality and its impact on the human mind, echoing the fusion of man and computer that drives the plot of Tron.

Set in a cyberpunk world, Johnny Mnemonic follows a data courier who literally carries data packages inside his mind. The high-tech, dystopian feel of the film lines up with the digital universe of Tron, attracting a similar crowd.