The beloved tale of friendship, courage, and soaring adventures takes flight once again as Dean DeBlois, the visionary creator behind DreamWorks Animation’s acclaimed trilogy, reimagines How to Train Your Dragon for the big screen in breathtaking live-action. Fans can now experience the first teaser trailer for the film and download the stunning poster, setting the stage for its highly anticipated release on June 13, 2025.
A Story of Friendship, Tradition, and Change
On the windswept isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been locked in conflict for generations, a young outsider named Hiccup (Mason Thames, The Black Phone) dares to challenge the status quo. As the inventive son of Chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler, reprising his role from the animated series), Hiccup’s unexpected friendship with a Night Fury dragon named Toothless unveils a deeper truth about the creatures feared by his people.
With Astrid (Nico Parker, The Last of Us) and Gobber (Nick Frost, Shaun of the Dead) by his side, Hiccup must navigate a society divided by fear and misunderstanding. When an ancient threat looms, endangering both Vikings and dragons, Hiccup and Toothless become the unlikely key to forging a future built on trust and harmony.
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“Bringing this story into live-action was a deeply personal journey,” says writer, producer, and director Dean DeBlois. “It’s about friendship, courage, and finding the strength to challenge tradition—messages that resonate just as strongly now as when we first brought the trilogy to life.”
A World Reimagined
The live-action adaptation features cutting-edge visual effects that transform the animated saga into a vivid, photorealistic adventure. Inspired by Cressida Cowell’s New York Times bestselling book series, the film combines the charm and epic scale of the original franchise with the immersive magic of live-action. Part of the “Filmed for IMAX®” program, How to Train Your Dragon promises a moviegoing experience like no other.
The How to Train Your Dragon live-action cast includes an exciting ensemble of talent: Mason Thames (For All Mankind), Nico Parker (Dumbo), Julian Dennison (Deadpool 2), Gabriel Howell (Bodies), Bronwyn James (Wicked), Ruth Codd (The Midnight Club), and Peter Serafinowicz (Guardians of the Galaxy), with Gerard Butler reprising his iconic role as Stoick the Vast.
The Beloved Legacy of How to Train Your Dragon
Since its debut, the How to Train Your Dragon franchise has captured hearts worldwide, earning four Academy Award® nominations and grossing over $1.6 billion globally. With this new iteration, the saga is set to reach new heights, bringing the heartfelt bond between Hiccup and Toothless to life like never before.
How to Train Your Dragon lands in theaters June 13, 2025.
About How to Train Your Dragon
Release Date: June 13, 2025
Written and directed by: Dean DeBlois
Producers: Marc Platt, Dean DeBlois, Adam Siegel
Genre: Epic Action-Adventure
Cast: Mason Thames, Gerard Butler, Nico Parker, Nick Frost, Julian Dennison, Gabriel Howell, Bronwyn James, Harry Trevaldwyn, Ruth Codd, Peter Serafinowicz, Murray McArthur
Synopsis
On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup (Mason Thames; The Black Phone, For All Mankind) stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler, reprising his voice role from the animated franchise), Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society.
With the fierce and ambitious Astrid (BAFTA nominee Nico Parker; Dumbo, The Last of Us) and the village’s quirky blacksmith Gobber (Nick Frost; Snow White and the Huntsman, Shaun of the Dead) by his side, Hiccup confronts a world torn by fear and misunderstanding.
As an ancient threat emerges, endangering both Vikings and dragons, Hiccup’s friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future. Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond the boundaries of their worlds and redefining what it means to be a hero and a leader.
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