Overview
- Disney began the film’s global push in South Korea, with star Greta Lee headlining a Seoul event highlighted by a Lightcycle display and official photos.
- Director Joachim Rønning and producer Justin Springer say the new chapter is set 14 years later and prioritizes fresh leads over a cameo parade.
- Jeff Bridges returns as Kevin Flynn, while Garrett Hedlund’s Sam Flynn and Olivia Wilde’s Quorra are not featured in this installment.
- The story follows Ares, a highly advanced program sent into the real world on a dangerous mission that marks humanity’s first encounter with A.I. beings.
- Industry reporting indicates recent misconduct allegations involving Jared Leto have not appeared to change Disney’s marketing plans.