"How to Train Your Dragon is a live-action adaptation that captures the heart, humor, and breathtaking wonder of the beloved 2010 animated classic. Directed by original trilogy helmer Dean DeBlois, this reimagining stays true to its roots while elevating the story with stunning visuals and deeper emotional resonance. Set in the Viking village of Berk, the film follows Hiccup (Mason Thames, The Black Phone), a clever but awkward teen who dreams of slaying dragons like his father, Stoick (Gerard Butler, 300). But when Hiccup injures a rare Night Fury and chooses compassion over conquest, he forms a secret bond with the dragon he names Toothless - an act that challenges everything his tribe believes.
Nico Parker (The Last of Us) shines as Astrid, the fierce warrior-in-training who slowly sees Hiccup’s world through new eyes. Together, the young cast brings heart, warmth and authenticity to a tale of courage, empathy, and transformation. Themes of understanding, peace, and self-discovery soar alongside thrilling aerial sequences and a lush, emotional score by John Powell mean there is something for everyone. With its faithful storytelling and cinematic grandeur, How to Train Your Dragon is more than a remake and it’s a fire-breathing celebration of friendship and finding your own way to fly".
