Nine Inch Nails has been confirmed as the composer for the upcoming Disney sci-fi movie, Tron: Ares. Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross will create the sound for the film’s release, which is scheduled for October 10, 2025. Their involvement was unveiled along with their name burning brightly onto an LED screen during Friday night’s presentation at D23. Ross and Reznor have significant experience in scoring films, having previously worked on major hits like The Social Network and Soul. The duo replaces Daft Punk, who worked on Tron: Legacy’s score in 2010, but were ruled out following their split in 2021.
Disney searched for a worthy alternative to Daft Punk’s audio identity, and fans are thrilled that Nine Inch Nails was chosen. Reactions on social media called the choice a “perfect fit” and “a masterful choice.” One fan tweeted that Nine Inch Nails “is a HUGE part of what makes the film work.” It created a buzz, as people celebrated that the company “actually DID manage to find a worthy replacement for Daft Punk.” Despite the hype, Ross and Reznor will face significant pressure to live up to their predecessors.
In other news, Nine Inch Nails recently collaborated with Dr. Martens on ‘The Downward Spiral’ 30th Anniversary boot collection, and 14-year-old drummer prodigy Nandi Bushell covered their iconic track ‘Hurt’ in a delicate piano-led version. Although Nine Inch Nails has been active for over three decades, recent events have brought them significant attention. The group has experienced unprecedented success due to their impressive body of work.
Fans of both the band and the movie await the soundtrack, which is sure to create unique sounds and ambiance that will set the tone for the movie. Ross and Reznor have their work cut out for them in delivering quality work that will meet the high expectations of fans of the film and the band
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