The live-action version of How to Train Your Dragon is finally on its way, with Universal Studios unveiling a new poster and trailer for the upcoming film. This adaptation features Mason Thames as Hiccup, the Viking boy who forms an unlikely bond with a dragon named Toothless, challenging the long-standing traditions of his people. The movie, rated PG, will showcase intense action sequences alongside the heartwarming story of friendship and heroism.
The official synopsis of the film teases: “On the rugged isle of Berk, a Viking boy named Hiccup defies centuries of tradition by befriending a dragon named Toothless.” The plot takes a darker turn when an ancient threat emerges, putting both the Vikings and dragons in jeopardy. Hiccup’s unique friendship with Toothless becomes central to stopping the threat and finding a new way forward. The journey explores courage, peace, and what it means to be a true hero and leader, as Hiccup and Toothless work together to reshape their worlds.
In addition to Mason Thames, the film boasts a talented cast, including Nico Parker, Gerard Butler, and Julian Dennison, joining Thames for an epic adventure. The film is directed by Dean DeBlois, who helmed the original animated films, and produced by Marc Platt, a three-time Oscar nominee.
This live-action adaptation is based on the best-selling How to Train Your Dragon novels by Cressida Cowell. The previous films in the franchise were major box office successes and garnered widespread acclaim for their storytelling, animation, and heartfelt themes.
Fans can mark their calendars for the movie’s theatrical release on June 13, where they will once again witness the breathtaking world of Berk and its dragons, reimagined in live action.