"How to Train Your Dragon" is a popular British-American media franchise that originated from a book series by Cressida Cowell. It includes animated films, television series, and a 2025 live-action remake. The story follows Hiccup, a young Viking who befriends a rare dragon called a Night Fury named Toothless, eventually changing the long-standing conflict between Vikings and dragons into a friendship and alliance.
Overview of the Franchise
- The original animated film "How to Train Your Dragon" was released in 2010, directed by Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois. It tells the story of Hiccup, who aspires to be a dragon slayer but then befriends a dragon, challenging his tribe's views.
- Two sequels followed in 2014 and 2019, continuing the story with Hiccup growing and leading the Vikings and dragons towards peaceful coexistence.
- There are several short films and multiple TV series expanding the universe, including shows like "DreamWorks Dragons" and "Dragons: Rescue Riders."
2025 Live-Action Film
- The live-action "How to Train Your Dragon" was released on June 13, 2025. Directed by Dean DeBlois, it is a remake of the 2010 animated film.
- It features new actors, including Mason Thames as Hiccup, and brings the story to life with a fresh perspective while maintaining the original's themes.
- The plot revolves around Hiccup shooting down a rare Night Fury dragon, then befriending it, and eventually working to unite the Vikings and dragons against common threats.
How to Access and Experience
- The franchise can be enjoyed through the original movies, the 2025 live-action film, various TV series, and official content on DreamWorks' site.
- It also includes games, books, and theme park experiences related to the world of Berk and its dragons.
Overall, "How to Train Your Dragon" is a story about friendship, bravery, and challenging tradition, set in a mythical Viking world with dragons.
