Where's Castor in Tron: Ares? Michael Sheen Has a Theory
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When Tron: Ares hit the screens, the only actor returning from the previous films was the iconic Kevin Flynn, played by Jeff Bridges. The new installment, directed by Joachim Rønning, introduced a fresh cast, including Jared Leto as Ares. However, one character that fans of the franchise might have missed is Castor, the duplicitous program from Tron: Legacy, portrayed by Michael Sheen. Sheen, an Emmy-nominated actor, has a special connection to his larger-than-life character and has shared his thoughts on Castor's potential whereabouts in the Tron universe.
In a recent interview with Vulture, Sheen revealed the depth of his character's capabilities and how it could fit into the grand scheme of the Grid. "I developed a character who is a master of disguise and transformation," Sheen explained. "He could be anyone, appear as anything." This chameleon-like nature opens up exciting possibilities for a standalone story, one that fans would eagerly embrace.
Sheen envisioned Castor's journey, "He's gone into hiding and now performs as a digital showgirl in a seedy nightclub in the darker corners of the Tron universe. He's a torch singer, a nightclub act, all in full drag." While this idea is captivating, there's a catch: Castor's club was destroyed in the last film, along with its owner. But Sheen's character might not be entirely gone.
Sheen's character, Castor, was a schemer, playing both sides in Tron: Legacy. After attempting to make a deal with Clu, played by a de-aged Bridges, Castor's fate took a turn. The security program and its guards de-rezzed (destroyed) the End of Line Club, presumably with Castor inside. Yet, Sheen was told that this might not be the last they'd see of him.
"They hinted that there could be more," Sheen recalled. "I was sad because I wouldn't be able to return. They assured me, 'We don't see you die; you could have slipped away.'" Despite the promising future, Sheen never received a call back for the third installment, but he doesn't hold any grudges. He embraces the mystery, "Over time, I heard about the new film, and I thought, 'Well, I haven't heard from them. They're going in a different direction, which is fine.'"
The conclusion of Tron: Ares hints at a significant connection to Tron: Legacy, leaving room for Castor's return. If the plans align, Castor might not be written out of the story just yet. With his shape-shifting abilities and the potential for a standalone story, Castor's future in the Tron universe remains an exciting prospect.
