Production Resumes for Live-Action 'How to Train Your Dragon' Starring Mason Thames and Nico Parker

Following the end of the actors’ strike, filming has resumed on the live-action adaptation of ‘How to Train Your Dragon,’ starring Mason Thames and Nico Parker.

The filming began on June 30, 2023, in Los Angeles, CA, United States, and was halted due to the strikes. Recently, the cast for the live-action adaptation was announced, with Thames and Parker confirmed to play the film’s main leads, taking on the roles of Hiccup and Astrid.

What is the Plot of ‘How to Train Your Dragon’?

'How to Train Your Dragon' Live-Action Release Date Delayed by 3 Months Due to Actors Strike — Image Source: Universal Pictures

In a Viking village called Berk, the young outsider Hiccup befriends a dragon named Toothless instead of killing it. He learns about dragons and their misunderstood nature, gaining support from his friends and father. Together, they defeat a colossal dragon called the Red Death, leading to a new era of harmony between Vikings and dragons.

7 Dragon Types in the How to Train Your Dragon’s Live-Action Remake

Deadly Nadder (Tracker Class):
- Characteristics: Known for launching deadly spikes and having the hottest fire.
Monstrous Nightmare (Stoker Class):
- Characteristics: Massive dragon known for setting itself on fire during combat.
Hideous Zippleback (Mystery Class):
- Characteristics: Two-headed dragon with distinct personalities in each head.
Red Death (Stoker Class):
- Characteristics: Intimidating creature with the ability to summon other dragons.
Gronkle (Boulder Class):
- Characteristics: Tough and lazy disposition, with the ability to shoot giant balls of lava.
Terrible Terror (Stoker Class):
- Characteristics: Small dragons are known for flying in packs and shooting powerful fireballs.
Night Fury (Strike Class):
- Characteristics: Among the fastest and most intelligent dragons, known for powerful plasma blasts.

Dean DeBlois, the director of the animated series, will also direct this live-action film. It’s produced by Marc Platt Productions and distributed by Universal Pictures, with DeBlois writing the script.