Gerard Butler is getting ready to reprise his famous role as Stoick the Vast in the live-action remake of “How to Train Your Dragon.”
Key Takeaways
- Gerard Butler’s back as Stoick in the “How to Train Your Dragon” live-action film, with Dean DeBlois leading.
- Mason Thames and Nico Parker join as Hiccup and Astrid, reviving the beloved story.
- Fans excited for the mix of animation magic and live-action in this Viking-dragon tale.
The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed Butler’s participation in this venture led by Dean DeBlois, the original trilogy’s co-director, now serving as writer, director, and producer.
Butler will be joined by Mason Thames, from “The Black Phone,” and Nico Parker, of “The Last of Us,” who are stepping into the roles of Hiccup and Astrid. The characters were originally voiced by Jay Baruchel and America Ferrera. The film is all set for a big comeback to this beloved universe.
The series, based on Cressida Cowell’s best-selling books, tells the exciting story of a Viking boy and his dragon, Toothless. Released between 2010 and 2019, these films not only won over fans everywhere but also received worldwide praise, including four Academy Award nominations.
Marc Platt and Adam Siegel are producing, with Lexi Barta overseeing for Universal. Butler, who grabbed everyone’s attention with “300” in 2006, has shown his wide range of acting skills in hits like “Plane” and “Kandahar.” His role in the upcoming “How to Train Your Dragon” adaptation is another big step in his career.
Fans and newcomers alike can’t wait for Butler’s Stoick, promising a mix of the original animation’s magic with live-action’s thrill.
