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Fans of the beloved How to Train Your Dragon franchise have a big date to circle on their calendars: the highly anticipated live-action remake is officially scheduled to soar into cinemas today June 13. With a blend of nostalgia and cutting-edge visual storytelling, this new movie is expected to draw in longtime fans of the original animated trilogy as well as a new generation of viewers experiencing the magical world of Berk for the first time.
The film, produced by Universal Pictures and DreamWorks, will debut in multiple formats including standard theatrical screens, IMAX, and 3D, promising an immersive cinematic experience. While the June 13 premiere marks its wide release in the United States, the movie has already made waves on the festival circuit, with early screenings generating buzz.
The project was showcased during CinemaCon in Las Vegas on April 2, 2025, before its international premiere at the Sydney Film Festival on June 9. Red carpet premieres in Los Angeles (June 7) and New York (at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 11) added further momentum heading into its theatrical rollout.
Set in the mythical Viking world where humans and dragons form unlikely bonds, the live-action remake reimagines the story of Hiccup and Toothles, a tale that originally captured hearts when DreamWorks Animation first released it in 2010.
The decision to bring the franchise into live-action aligns with a broader Hollywood trend of adapting popular animated properties for modern audiences, following the success of titles like The Lion King (2019) and Aladdin (2019). The creative team has promised to retain the heart and humor of the original while adding new depth through real-world visuals and performances.
Streaming availability
For fans eager to know when they can watch the movie from the comfort of home, the streaming release is expected to follow the traditional rollout window employed by most major studios today. Universal typically follows a 45- to 60-day exclusive theatrical window, meaning the digital purchase or rental options could become available by late July or August 2025.
Subscription-based streaming will likely come a bit later. Based on Universal's history with recent releases, the live-action How to Train Your Dragon is anticipated to hit streaming platforms such as Peacock or possibly others by September or October 2025. The exact platform and date have yet to be officially confirmed, but this timeline aligns with what audiences have come to expect from Universal's past distribution patterns.