Overview

• The film opened at No. 1 with an estimated $82.5 million from 4,356 North American theaters on its first weekend.
• Critics and audiences praised its nostalgic narrative and emotional depth rooted in the original 2010 animation.
• Mason Thames stars as Hiccup and Nico Parker as Astrid, with Gerard Butler returning as Stoick the Vast thanks to schedule shifts from the 2023 actors’ strike.
• Framestore’s visual effects delivered photorealistic dragons, enhancing textures and scale while preserving Toothless’s iconic design.
• Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation have officially slated a live-action sequel for June 2027 following strong reception and box office success.