Excitement is building for a live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon, which is slated for release in 2025 under the direction of Dean DeBlois, the visionary behind the original animated series. This highly anticipated remake aims to introduce a new generation to beloved characters such as Hiccup, Astrid, and the fearsome yet adorable dragon, Toothless. Since the release of the initial film in 2010, the franchise has expanded to include two sequels and various television spinoffs. Now, DreamWorks and Universal are following in Disney’s footsteps by preparing this live-action reboot.
The live-action version will loosely adapt the 2003 book by Cressida Cowell, retaining the titular name. It aims to faithfully recreate the story of Hiccup and Toothless, appealing to both longtime fans and newcomers. With the cast and crew starting to take shape, this film has the potential to kickstart yet another successful franchise for DreamWorks and Universal.
Latest Live-Action How To Train Your Dragon News
Another Short Trailer Is Revealed
Recently, fans were treated to a second trailer for the live-action How to Train Your Dragon. Following the initial teaser released in late 2024, this latest footage opens with stunning visuals of the island of Berk and features Hiccup alongside his father, who expects him to uphold the Viking tradition of dragon slaying. The trailer showcases intense scenes, including a dragon attack and Hiccup’s moral dilemma when he encounters a captured dragon. Instead of fulfilling his duties as a dragon slayer, he makes a monumental choice to release the creature and forge a bond that promises to be pivotal to the narrative.
Live-Action How To Train Your Dragon Release Date
The Live-Action Adaptation Arrives In 2025
The highly anticipated release of the live-action How to Train Your Dragon was originally set for March 2025 but has been rescheduled to June 13, 2025, due to production delays caused by the writer and actor strikes in 2023. While this delay may seem discouraging, it positions the film closer to the summer blockbuster window, potentially maximizing its box-office performance.
Fortunately, the Writer’s Guild of America strike was resolved in September 2023, with the SAG-AFTRA strike concluding in November, allowing production to resume.
Live-Action How To Train Your Dragon Cast
Gerard Butler Reprises His Role From The Animated Films
The casting announcements for the live-action adaptation have already generated excitement among fans. Mason Thames will portray Hiccup, marking his first major role in the franchise, while Nico Park takes on the role of Astrid. Notably, Gerard Butler has signed on to reprise his iconic role as Stoick the Vast, Hiccup’s father, further connecting this remake to its animated predecessor.
Other notable cast members include:
| Actor | How To Train Your Dragon Live-Action Role |
|---|---|
| Mason Thames | Hiccup |
| Nico Park | Astrid |
| Gerard Butler | Stoick the Vast |
| Nick Frost | Gobber the Belch |
| Julian Dennison | Fishlegs |
| Gabriel Howell | Snotlout |
| Bronwyn James | Call nut |
| Harry Trevaldwyn | Tuffnut |
| Ruth Codd | Phlegm |
Live-Action How To Train Your Dragon Story
A Live-Action Remake Of The First Movie Is Expected
The narrative of the live-action How to Train Your Dragon is expected to reflect the original 2010 film closely. It follows Hiccup, a clumsy Viking from Berk, who feels pressured to fulfill his father’s legacy as a fierce dragon slayer. Despite the village’s obsession with defeating dragons, Hiccup’s inventive nature leads him to capture a Night Fury—the rarest and most dangerous dragon species. Ultimately, he discovers that Toothless, the Night Fury, is not the enemy he was led to believe.
The heartwarming story explores themes of understanding and symbiosis between dragons and humans, paving the way for an era of dragon riders in Berk. Fans can expect the same foundational story to capture the magic of the original when the live-action adaptation hits theaters in 2025.
Live-Action How To Train Your Dragon Trailers
Watch The Teasers Below
Universal revealed a thrilling trailer for How to Train Your Dragon in November 2024, introducing viewers to the island of Berk and its Viking inhabitants. The teaser sets the stage for Hiccup’s journey as he grapples with his father’s expectations to become a legendary dragon slayer. As the story unfolds, the trailer highlights the formative moment when Hiccup first encounters Toothless, hinting at the emotional depth of their relationship.
A subsequent trailer released in January 2025 further explores Hiccup’s character arc. It showcases the inspiring yet challenging moments he faces, including a dangerous dragon attack that solidifies his resolve. Rather than conforming to the traditional expectations of a Viking, Hiccup chooses empathy over violence as he forges an inseparable bond with Toothless.
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