Overview

• The newly released IMAX trailer faithfully recreates beloved moments from the 2010 animated original, including Hiccup's first flight with Toothless and the climactic battle.
• Director Dean DeBlois, who helmed the original trilogy, returns to lead the live-action adaptation, ensuring creative continuity.
• Gerard Butler reprises his role as Chief Stoick the Vast, joined by Mason Thames as Hiccup and Nico Parker as Astrid in the cast.
• Early reactions from CinemaCon attendees have praised the adaptation as one of the best live-action remakes, with many highlighting its emotional resonance and visual spectacle.
• The film is set for a June 13, 2025 theatrical release, with Universal already confirming a sequel to expand the franchise.