After enchanting audiences for over a decade, How to Train Your Dragon is taking to the skies once again—this time, in breathtaking live-action. Set to release in cinemas on 13 June 2025, this bold reimagining of the beloved animated trilogy promises to reignite the magic for old fans and newcomers alike.
With dazzling visuals, soaring action, and a story that pulls at the heartstrings, this live-action adventure is shaping up to be a true cinematic marvel—a must-see on the biggest screen you can find. It’s time to rediscover the island of Berk and the unbreakable bond between a boy and his dragon.
While the story remains rooted in the heart of the original tale, this adaptation brings new layers and emotional depth to the relationship between dragons and humans. As a new threat looms over their once-peaceful world, the harmony Hiccup and Toothless worked so hard to build is put to the ultimate test.
We follow Hiccup as he steps further into his role as a leader—not just of Berk, but of an evolving world on the edge of change. Together with Astrid and a growing band of allies, he must confront a danger that threatens to tear their world apart. It’s an epic adventure filled with courage, sacrifice, and the timeless theme of finding your place.
Expect high-flying action, fire-breathing tension, and the kind of emotional storytelling that has made How to Train Your Dragon one of the most beloved franchises of our time.
Stepping into the iconic role of Hiccup is Mason Thames (The Black Phone), who brings a fresh sense of vulnerability and strength to the once awkward Viking-in-training. Alongside him, Nico Parker (The Last of Us) delivers a fierce and grounded performance as Astrid, reminding us why she’s more than just a sidekick—she’s a hero in her own right.
Returning to the franchise is Gerard Butler as the formidable Stoick the Vast, Hiccup’s father and chief of Berk, anchoring the film with his commanding presence and emotional gravitas. Nick Frost brings warmth and comic timing as Gobber, while Julian Dennison, Bronwyn James, and Harry Trevaldwyn round out the dragon-riding crew with energy, charm, and plenty of chaos.
Together, this cast builds a world that feels both nostalgic and entirely new—a perfect blend for longtime fans and first-time visitors to Berk.
In a word: spectacle. From the first breathtaking flight to the last tearful farewell, this version of How to Train Your Dragon is built for the cinema. The live-action format breathes new life into the world of dragons, delivering jaw-dropping visuals and photo-realistic creatures that feel like they could fly right off the screen.
But beyond the special effects, it’s the emotional resonance that makes it unmissable in theatres. Moments of quiet vulnerability are contrasted with thunderous action set-pieces, giving audiences the full range of what cinema can offer—excitement, wonder, and deep emotional payoff.
Whether you’re cheering for a skyward battle or quietly tearing up at those heartfelt moments between human and dragon, there’s no substitute for experiencing this story in a theatre, surrounded by fellow dreamers and adventurers.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this cinematic flight of fantasy. How to Train Your Dragon lands at Ster-Kinekor cinemas on 13 June 2025—and you’ll want the best seat in the house.
Find your nearest Ster-Kinekor cinema to plan your dragon-riding adventure, and see what’s coming soon to stay in the loop on all the biggest upcoming releases.
A world reborn. A hero reimagined. A dragon you’ll never forget. And a future written in fire and flight.
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