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New IMAX Trailer for Live-Action 'How to Train Your Dragon' Receives Widespread Acclaim

Universal Pictures' adaptation of the beloved animated trilogy previews epic visuals and a faithful recreation of the original story ahead of its June 13 release.

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Overview

  • Universal Pictures released the IMAX trailer for the live-action remake of 'How to Train Your Dragon,' showcasing iconic moments from the original 2010 animated film.
  • Directed by Dean DeBlois, the film stars Mason Thames as Hiccup and Gerard Butler reprising his role as Stoick the Vast, with Nico Parker as Astrid and Nick Frost as Gobber.
  • The trailer highlights the transformative bond between Hiccup and Toothless, emphasizing themes of friendship and societal change within Viking culture.
  • Early reactions from CinemaCon and online have praised the film's faithfulness to the original and its immersive visuals, with some calling it one of the best live-action adaptations to date.
  • The film, set for release in theaters and IMAX on June 13, 2025, is the first live-action remake of a DreamWorks property, with a sequel already confirmed for 2027.