Gerard Butler to revisit his How to Train Your Dragon role in live-action remake

Renowned Scottish actor Gerard Butler is gearing up to reprise his role as Stoick, the robust Viking leader, in Universal’s highly anticipated live-action remake of the beloved DreamWorks animated movie, How to Train Your Dragon. This casting marks Butler as the first legacy cast member to make the transition, reuniting him with director Dean DeBlois. DeBlois, known for his work in the original animated franchise, will once again take the helm, contributing his talents as a writer, director, and producer for this exciting new installment.

Joining Butler in this epic adventure are previously announced stars Mason Thames and Nico Parker, who have been cast in the roles of Hiccup and Astrid. The chemistry and dynamic performances of this ensemble cast promise to bring fresh energy and authenticity to the live-action adaptation. As of now, further casting details remain under wraps, adding an element of anticipation and mystery to the project.

While specific plot details are scarce, Universal has teased that the live-action version of How to Train Your Dragon will be “rooted in stories that are as sweeping as they are intimate.” The studio aims to draw audiences deep into DreamWorks Animation’s imaginative lore, suggesting that the film will capture the essence of the beloved original while offering new and immersive storytelling elements.

The animated franchise, initiated in 2010, became a cultural phenomenon, captivating audiences with the heartwarming and unlikely friendship between Hiccup, voiced by Jay Baruchel, and the formidable Night Fury dragon named Toothless. The subsequent sequels, How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014) and How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019), continued the saga, further solidifying the franchise’s global popularity. To date, the How to Train Your Dragon series has amassed over $1.6 billion at the worldwide box office and received four Academy Award nominations, making it one of the most successful animated franchises of its time.

The live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon is scheduled to hit theaters on June 13, 2025. As the cinematic landscape eagerly anticipates this exciting new chapter, fans of the franchise can expect a fresh take on the beloved characters and an immersive cinematic experience that pays homage to the enchanting world of DreamWorks Animation.

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