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.

'Tron' is celebrated for its pioneering CGI and visual effects, setting a new standard for sci-fi films. Its neon-lit digital world and action sequences are praised for their immersive quality. Themes of identity, freedom, and human-technology relationships are central, explored through program-creator interactions. Jeff Bridges and Bruce Boxleitner's performances are highlighted, along with Wendy Carlos's futuristic soundtrack. Despite criticisms of plot simplicity and pacing, 'Tron' is regarded as a cult classic and a significant cinematic milestone.