Overview

• The live-action remake has earned nearly $200 million worldwide since its June 13 debut.
• Critics have praised the film’s visual effects and performances but faulted its near-shot-for-shot recreation of the 2010 animated original for lacking fresh creativity.
• Gerard Butler reprised his role as Stoick and publicly urged that Blanchett return to reprise Valka in the follow-up.
• Director Dean DeBlois said he is “wishful” for Blanchett’s comeback and revealed he wrote the Valka role with her specifically in mind.
• The sequel, How to Train Your Dragon 2, is expected to arrive on June 11, 2027, extending the live-action franchise.