Live-Action How to Train Your Dragon hits theaters on June 13th 2025.
DreamWorks Animation has unveiled the trailer for the live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon. The film is highly anticipated and set to hit theaters on June 13. Directed by Dean DeBlois, the creative force behind the original animated trilogy, the film reimagines the beloved saga with cutting-edge realism and a star-studded cast.
The story returns to the Viking isle of Berk. Generations of hostility between humans and dragons face a challenge from Hiccup. Hiccup is the inventive yet underestimated son of Chief Stoick the Vast. Mason Thames plays Hiccup in The Black Phone. Gerard Butler, who reprises his iconic voice role, portrays Chief Stoick. Hiccup forms a bond with Toothless, a rare and feared Night Fury dragon. This relationship turns tradition on its head. It forges a path of understanding between two warring worlds.
The trailer showcases breathtaking visuals.
It features soaring dragon flights to the rugged Viking landscapes, while teasing emotional stakes. Nico Parker (The Last of Us) stars as Astrid. She is Hiccup’s fiercely loyal ally. Nick Frost (Shaun of the Dead) plays Gobber, the village’s quirky blacksmith. Additional cast members include Julian Dennison (Deadpool 2), Ruth Codd (The Midnight Club), and BAFTA nominee Peter Serafinowicz (Guardians of the Galaxy).
As an ancient threat looms, jeopardizing dragons and Vikings, Hiccup must rise as a leader to redefine heroism. Fans of the animated trilogy can expect a faithful adaptation, complete with action-packed sequences and heartfelt moments that have made the franchise a global phenomenon.
Inspired by Cressida Cowell’s bestselling book series, How to Train Your Dragon has captivated audiences, earning four Academy Award nominations and grossing over $1.6 billion worldwide. The live-action rendition promises to blend nostalgia with innovation, transporting fans back to Berk while introducing the saga to a new generation. Don’t miss this epic adventure when it soars into theaters this summer.
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