Disney Scraps AI-Powered Tron Character Amid Controversy
Published on 8.7.25
Disney considered using generative AI to power an on-screen character in its sequel Tron: Ares, but shelved the project due to concerns about negative publicity during union negotiations. Disney's Chief Legal Officer Horacio Gutierrez stated that while AI will be transformative, it doesn't need to be lawless. The company has taken legal action against AI image generator Midjourney, and other studios like Lionsgate and A24 are experimenting with AI tools, but some avoid mentioning the technology altogether.