The fire-breathing magic of How to Train Your Dragon is alive once again—this time in a visually stunning and emotionally charged live-action form. Directed by Dean DeBlois, the cinematic mind behind the original animated trilogy, the live-action adaptation has proven to be both a critical and commercial triumph, reigniting the bond between dragons and their riders for a whole new generation.
Starring Mason Thames as the brave and brainy Hiccup, Nico Parker as the fierce Astrid, and Gerard Butler returning to his iconic role as Stoick the Vast, the film delivers heart, humor, and high-stakes adventure. It masterfully balances epic dragon action sequences with intimate moments of character growth—earning it a global box office haul of $562 million and a 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. With that kind of response, it’s no surprise that fans can’t get enough—and now they won’t have to.
Universal Pictures has officially announced the release of a limited edition 4K Blu-ray Digital Steelbook, arriving August 12th, with a digital release landing July 15th. Packed with 75 minutes of exclusive bonus content, the release invites viewers to soar behind the scenes and into the heart of Berk like never before.
Among the standout features are:
- Deleted scenes with introductions by Dean DeBlois
- A heartfelt gag reel
- Director’s commentary
- An array of featurettes, including:
- Love and Legacy: Making How To Train Your Dragon
- Building Berk
- Dreaming Up the Dragons
- Fit for a Viking
- Exploring the Isle of Berk at Epic Universe
This expansive content deepens the fan experience and spotlights the intricate craftsmanship that brought the beloved franchise to life in a bold, new format.
Even before its theatrical release, anticipation was sky-high, fueled by early buzz that a sequel—adapted from the 2014 animated follow-up—was already in development. While official casting announcements are still under wraps, Gerard Butler has voiced his hopes for the return of Cate Blanchett as Valka, Hiccup’s mother.
“Cate, come on, let’s go! It feels like she’s Valka. Just like it had to be me as Stoick, it has to be Cate” Butler urged in a recent interview.
With a sequel slated for 2027 and a franchise rebirth that honors its source material while expanding its visual and emotional scope, How to Train Your Dragon is well on its way to becoming a timeless saga for live-action audiences.
So whether you’re a long-time fan or a first-time flyer, make room in your collection. The Steelbook edition isn’t just a keepsake—it’s a passport back to the skies of Berk.
