who made how to train your dragon

The "How to Train Your Dragon" franchise was created by Cressida Cowell, based on her book series. The original 2010 animated film was co-written and directed by Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders. Dean DeBlois has been the primary creative force behind the series, writing and directing the animated trilogy films and also the 2025 live-action remake. The 2025 live-action film was written and directed by Dean DeBlois, produced by Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Marc Platt Productions, with Dean DeBlois continuing his role from the animated films to bring the story in a new format.