DreamWorks Animation is going to rekindle the magic of How to Train Your Dragon with a visually stunning live-action reimagining of this animated masterpiece. From the brilliant mind of Dean DeBlois, a three-time Oscar® nominee and the creative force behind the critically acclaimed How to Train Your Dragon trilogy, who wrote, directed, and produced the film, this cinematic treasure takes flight to theaters everywhere on June 13.
A Timeless Story Reimagined
Set on the rugged Viking isle of Berk, where humans and dragons have clashed for generations, the story introduces Hiccup-voiced by Mason Thames, The Black Phone-a resourceful yet underestimated young man who challenges the status quo. Hiccup’s unexpected bond with a Night Fury dragon named Toothless turns him into an unlikely hero and threatens to rewrite the very fabric of Viking society.
The live-action remake brings back Gerard Butler as Stoick the Vast, Hiccup’s unwavering yet traditional father. Nico Parker (Dumbo, The Last of Us) breathes audacity and heart into Astrid, the stubborn warrior who stands alongside Hiccup. Joining the cast, Nick Frost (Shaun of the Dead) is charming in the eccentric Gobber, a blacksmith able to dole out wisdom and humor in equal measure.
When an ancient threat becomes real and puts the human and dragon worlds at risk, Hiccup and Toothless must navigate it and forge a path toward peace in a world built on fear and misunderstanding.
An All-Star Cast and Creative Team
This live-action reimagining boasts an incredibly talented cast:
- Mason Thames as Hiccup
- Gerard Butler, returning to his role of Stoick
- Nico Parker as Astrid
- Nick Frost as Gobber
- Julian Dennison (Deadpool 2),
- Gabriel Howell (Bodies),
- Bronwyn James (Wicked),
- Harry Trevaldwyn (Smothered),
- Ruth Codd (The Midnight Club),
- Peter Serafinowicz (Guardians of the Galaxy), and Murray McArthur (Game of Thrones) complete the excellent cast.
Behind the camera, the legendary Dean DeBlois ensures that the heart and soul of the franchise stay intact. The project is produced by DeBlois in addition to Oscar® nominated producers Marc Platt (La La Land, Wicked) and Emmy winner Adam Siegel (Drive).
A Spectacle for the Big Screen
Crafted with cutting-edge visual effects, the film breathes life into the intricate relationship between Vikings and dragons, delivering awe-inspiring realism and immersive action. Shot with IMAX® technology as part of the Filmed for IMAX® Program, How to Train Your Dragon promises an unparalleled cinematic experience.
A Legacy of Friendship and Adventure
Based on Cressida Cowell’s New York Times best-selling book series, the HTTYD franchise has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide, earning four Academy Award® nominations and grossing over $1.6 billion globally to date. Now, DeBlois brings this legacy full circle, marrying the emotional depth of the original trilogy with the visual grandeur of live-action cinema.
This is more than an action-adventure epic-it’s an invitation to relearn about the magic of friendship and bravery, about destinies. PS
Save the Date
Get ready for the extraordinary journey of Hiccup and Toothless coming alive in live-action when How to Train Your Dragon reaches theaters on June 13. Check out the teaser below and get ready to be whisked away to beautiful Berk!
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