Disney’s reboot of the Tron franchise, Tron: Ares, will zoom into homes on Dec. 2 on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home, in addition to getting a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and DVD release on Jan. 6, 2026. Exhibition and rivals note, even on a dud like Tron: Ares, Disney is a big respecter of the theatrical window, the Jared Leto starring movie becoming available in homes after 53 days; 88 days of if you count the DVD window. Tron: Ares was expected to be an early fall tentpole, but didn’t make it. The pic cost $220M before global P&A grossing only $142M worldwide. The expected loss as we first told you is around $132M in the movie’s first cycle. Disney is releasing a limited-edition SteelBook DVD edition for personal film libraries which will feature custom artwork and packaging. There’s also a Tron franchise three-movie collection including the original 1982 Tron and the 2010 Joseph Kosinski directed follow-up. Among the bonus features in the Tron: Ares DVD set are deleted scenes (Seth’s date, Burning Man and Lisberger cameo) as well as the following featurettes: The Journey To Tron: Ares: Producer and star Jared Leto, director Joachim Rønning and other cast and crew members discuss the the stunning visuals, stunts, cool (but heavy) costumes, and next-level sets. Lightcycles On The Loose: Rønning peels back the layers of one of the most action-packed sequences in the film and how ILM artists were involved. The Artistry Of Tron: Ares: Rønning and Leto unpack key moments and the striking visual, sonic and artistic philosophies that drive the storytelling both in and out of the Grid. Cast Conversations: Actors and actresses reveal their process, on-set experiences, funny anecdotes and personal insights. The Legacy Of Tron: A look back at the Tron franchise with easter eggs unveiled and cameos.
https://deadline.com/2025/11/tron-ares-digital-dvd-release-date-1236628413/
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Troy High School presents ‘Game of Tiaras’ on Friday and Saturday
By David Fong Troy City Schools communications director TROY Get ready for the most hilarious royal rumble you didn’t know you needed! The Troy High School thespians are proud to present their fall play “Game of Tiaras,” where Disney princesses (and reasonable, non-copyright infringing facsimiles of Disney princesses), Shakespeare and a cutthroat battle for the throne collide in one outrageous comedy! The first showing will be at 7 p. m. Friday, Nov. 21, while the second showing will be at 7 p. m. Saturday, Nov. 22. Both shows will take place in the Troy High School auditorium. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students/senior citizens. Tickets can be purchased in the Troy High School main office during school hours or at the door 30 minutes before the show. Watch Snow White, Cinderella, Belle, and the whole crew throw manners out the castle window as they scheme, backstab, and sass their way to the crown. Expect big laughs, epic one-liners, and more drama than a royal family reunion! The company includes: Urijah Baker as French Prince and Soldier 3; Ty’Naja Brown as Princess Tiana, French Soldier 3, and Crowd Member 2; Ava Bruce as Crowd Member and Soldier 1; Matthew Clark on sound; Liz Clingan as Cinderella; Shelby Cruea as Stage Crew and Executioner; Isabella Dancer as Dwarf 2, French Soldier, and Crowd Member; Sawyer Earl on lights; Jacob Eckert on lights; Jaiden Foster Valadez as Guard 2; Adalyn Hardee as Narrator 1; Lillian Hensley as Stage Crew; Emmett Jenkins as the King; Jayden Jess as Narrator 2; Hailey Kindell Winert as Dwarf 1, Girl, Talking Teapot, and Crowd Member; Juno Landes as Animated Snowman, Candlestick, and Peasant; Scarlette Lewis as Guard 1; Molly Martin as Blood Packet Girl; Hayden Maxwell as Prince Charming; Jenna Morrow as Stage Crew; Eli Neldner as Stage Crew; Abby Olt as Smeagol; Halima Omar as Pocahontas, Crowd Member, and French Soldier; Hailee Overholser as Little Mermaid and Stage Manager; Marisa Peters as Snow White and Princess Jasmine; Cori Quillen as Stage Manager and Graphic Designer; Vie Rounds as the Snow Princess Ellie; Jules Ruhe as Princess Belle; Aiyah Sedeno as Herald, Guard 3, and Crowd Member; Carly Spahr leading Costume Crew; Malachi Tyler as Stage Crew; Abigail Weikert as Stage Crew; Logan Westerfield as Soldier 2 and Peasant 1; and Rylan Wick on sound. The show is directed by Mrs. Irene Imboden, with Mr. Jeremy Imboden offering technical direction.
https://miamivalleytoday.com/troy-high-school-presents-game-of-tiaras-on-friday-and-saturday/
YouTube TV, Disney announce multi-year distribution agreement
The long nightmare is finally over. Disney and Google announced on Friday night that the two sides have reached a deal to restore Disney’s channels, including ESPN, to YouTube TV.
The Disney networks are already being restored to YouTube TV customers, which is great news for anyone wanting to watch Clemson take on Louisville.
“This new agreement reflects our continued commitment to delivering exceptional entertainment and evolving with how audiences choose to watch,” Disney entertainment co-chairmen Alan Bergman and Dana Walden, along with ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro, said in a statement. “It recognizes the tremendous value of Disney’s programming and provides YouTube TV subscribers with more flexibility and choice. We are pleased that our networks have been restored in time for fans to enjoy the many great programming options this weekend, including college football.”
As part of the agreement, all ESPN networks, ABC, Disney-branded channels, Freeform, the FX Networks, and National Geographic channels are now available to YouTube TV customers.
Additionally, ESPN’s new Unlimited Plan will be available at no additional cost to YouTube TV subscribers.
https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/youtube-tv-disney-announce-multi-year-distribution-agreement
“They’re bunch of greedy scumbags”: NFL fans rip into Disney after YouTube TV blacks out ESPN, ABC amid dispute
While most NFL fans focus on the player market as the trade deadline approaches, there is another significant area generating attention—the media rights market. A recent development in this space is causing a stir among viewers and industry watchers alike.
On Thursday, YouTube TV announced that it was blacking out ESPN and ABC, among other channels, following the expiration of its service agreement with Disney. This move left many subscribers without access to their favorite sports and entertainment content.
### ESPN Accuses Google of Anti-Competitive Behavior
In response, ESPN issued a statement accusing YouTube TV’s owner, Google, of attempting to stifle competition in the streaming sector:
> “Unfortunately, Google’s YouTube TV has chosen to deny their subscribers the content they value most by refusing to pay fair rates for our channels, including ESPN and ABC. Without a new agreement in place, their subscribers will not have access to our programming.
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> We know how frustrating this is for YouTube TV subscribers and remain committed to working toward a resolution as quickly as possible.”
### Viewers Push Back: Criticism Directed at Disney
Not everyone sided with ESPN and Disney. Some viewers voiced frustration with Disney’s pricing strategy, accusing the media giant of making its networks too expensive for streaming services to carry:
– “The hate should be focused on Disney,” one commenter insisted.
– “Google should just buy Disney, in my opinion,” said another.
– “They want people to pay $30 a month just for the ESPN channels,” lamented a third.
### YouTube TV Offers Subscriber Credits Amid Blackouts
Meanwhile, YouTube TV responded by offering impacted subscribers a $20 credit as compensation for the blackout. In a statement, the company said:
> “We know this is a frustrating and disappointing outcome for our subscribers and we continue to urge Disney to work with us constructively to reach a fair agreement that restores their networks to YouTube TV.”
### YouTube TV’s Deals with Other NFL Broadcasters: A Brief Overview
While the standoff with Disney continues, YouTube TV has successfully secured multi-year agreements with other major NFL broadcast partners:
– **Paramount (CBS):** The earliest agreement was reached in February, shortly after Super Bowl LIX. This deal—the first to lapse during Super Bowl week—was extended temporarily until the current multi-year deal was signed. It covers CBS, CBS Sports Channel, BET, Nickelodeon, TV Land, Paramount Network, CMT, Nick Jr., Smithsonian Channel, and VH1.
– **Fox:** The Fox deal was finalized in August, just before the NFL regular season began. It includes the full portfolio of Fox-owned stations as well as local affiliates.
– **NBCUniversal:** The most recent renewal came this month. Notably, this agreement includes a relaunch of the NBC Sports Network (NBCSN), which had been shut down in 2021. YouTube TV will serve as NBCSN’s inaugural carrier upon its relaunch.
As negotiations between YouTube TV and Disney unfold, NFL fans and streaming subscribers remain hopeful for a swift resolution that restores access to ESPN and ABC’s popular programming.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-nfl-fans-rip-disney-youtube-tv-blacks-espn-abc-amid-dispute