Kapanlagi.com - The live action film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON has once again achieved great success. Although it is said to offer almost nothing new, this adaptation of the popular animated film, first released in 2010, has been a box office hit since its opening week.
The live action film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON was released on June 13, 2025. This film produced by Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation has successfully grossed USD 37 million or Rp609.8 billion by the end of last weekend, as reported by France24. In fact, this revenue has surpassed the zombie sequel 28 YEARS LATER and the Pixar film ELIO.
In its opening weekend, this film held the top position at the North American box office. Additionally, it earned USD 197 million or Rp3.2 trillion internationally within just one week of screening, as reported by Oppal. So what makes the live action film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON so successful? For more details, check here KLovers.
The live action film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON has a consistent visual narrative just like its animated version. Director Dean DeBlois decided to stay true to the narrative, visuals, and story structure that have been widely recognized since the first animated version was released in 2010.
As is known, this film tells the story of Hiccup, a 15-year-old teenager who is also the son of the chief named Stoick, who is considered too weak to fight dragons. Instead of fighting, Hiccup is more interested in creating mechanical tools guided by Gobber. Hiccup accidentally forms a friendship with a dragon named Toothless.
The live action version of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGONfeatures a narrative and visuals that are similar, even spot on. It’s no wonder that the expectations of its fans were met when the live action HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON was released on June 13, 2025. This has become one of the film's greatest strengths, successfully drawing the attention of fans once again.
Live Action Film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON (credit: Instagram.com/httydragon/)
The live action film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON features characters that closely resemble their animated counterparts. Even actor Gerard Butler reprises his role as Stoick, a character he previously voiced in the animated version. He even grows a beard down to his chest and wears specially made 3D printed armor.
Additionally, actor Mason Thames, who starred in Universal's horror film THE BLACK PHONE, is praised for his portrayal of Hiccup. His appearance is said to closely match the animated version, including gestures, speech style, and overall look. Meanwhile, Astrid, an ambitious Viking girl and Hiccup's girlfriend, is played by English actress Nico Parker. She previously appeared in Disney's live-action film DUMBO.
Live Action Film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON (credit: Instagram.com/httydragon/)
The live-action version of Toothless has more expressive eyes and a more realistic skin texture. Iconic scenes such as the first meeting between Hiccup and Toothless are repackaged with a cinematic touch that makes viewers recall the iconic scenes from the animated film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON .
An interesting fact is that the dragon's head is made from foam and its body can be moved like a robot or animatronic to support physical interaction scenes. Additionally, the digital animation is overseen by Glen MClntosh, a paleontologist and veteran animator from the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World franchises. This also becomes one of the main strengths of the live-action film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON with its smooth visual effects.
Live Action Film HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON (credit: Instagram.com/httydragon/)
The re-visualization of iconic scenes such as Hiccup touching Toothless for the first time is executed with similar camera angles and lighting as the animated version. However, this time it is created in a more vibrant and even realistic version.
From the background music, narrative structure, to character design, everything feels familiar. This is what attracts two segments of viewers, both new and old.
1. Is the plot of the live action HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON really the same as its animated version?
Answer: Yes, this film uses a remake approach that is very similar to the 2010 animated version, both in terms of plot and scenes.
2. Why is this film still successful even though it doesn't offer a new story?
Answer: According to The New York Times, the strength of nostalgia, visuals, and a more realistic cinematic performance are the main factors. Viewers feel connected to a familiar story but in a new format.
3. Who are the actors returning from the animated version to the live action version?
Answer: Gerard Butler returns to play Stoick live, not just as a voice actor like in the animation.
4. What makes the visual effects in this film stand out?
Answer: DeBlois teamed up with Glen McIntosh, a veteran animator from Jurassic World, to create realistic dragons with the help of animatronics and digital effects.
5. How did this film perform at the box office?
Answer: The film topped the box office for two consecutive weeks, with earnings of USD 37 million in its second week according to France24, June 22, 2025. It has already generated USD 358.2 million or equivalent to IDR 5.9 trillion in North America.
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