How to Train Your Dragon: Gerard Butler will play Stoick
How to Train Your Dragon: Gerard Butler will play Stoick – The direction, script and production of this ambitious adaptation will be carried out by Dean DeBlois, the creative brain behind the original animated films.
By Megan Sauer
Universal Pictures has announced exciting news for fans of DreamWorks Animation’s hit franchise, How to Train Your Dragon.
In a surprising revelation, it has been confirmed that Gerard Butler , who voiced Hiccup’s father Stoick in the original films, will reprise the beloved character in the live-action adaptation.
This announcement has generated great enthusiasm among fans of the saga, who are already looking forward to the return to Berk thanks to the magic of cinema.
The direction, script and production of this ambitious adaptation will be carried out by Dean DeBlois, the creative brain behind the original animated films.
In addition, the participation of Mason Thames and Nico Parker in the leading roles of Hiccup and Astrid, respectively, has been confirmed.
Thames, known for his role in The Black Telephone, and Parker, known for his performance in The Last of Us, promise to bring a unique and exciting version of these beloved characters to the big screen.
The news of the live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon has generated great excitement since it was first announced, and now with the confirmation of Gerard Butler reprising his role as Stoick, the excitement has skyrocketed even more.
Fans of the franchise are eagerly awaiting to see beloved characters, like Hiccup, Astrid, and Toothless, come to life in a completely new and captivating way.
Spanning three animated films, multiple television shows, and short films, the How to Train Your Dragon saga has left an indelible mark on the hearts of viewers of all ages.
News of the live-action remake has led fans to speculate about how the magical and fantastical elements of the animation will be adapted to the big screen with live actors.
The casting process has not yet been completed, and there is great anticipation surrounding who will play the other key characters in the story.
Details about the actors who will play Hiccup’s friends and enemies, as well as the dragons that have captivated audiences, will be revealed in future announcements.
The uncertainty over these still vacant roles has generated a flurry of speculation and theories from fans, who are eager to see how the cast will be filled out.
Although the news of the live-action remake’s production has been met with great enthusiasm, there have also been challenges along the way. Filming was originally scheduled to begin on June 30, 2023, in Los Angeles, California.
However, due to simultaneous strikes by the WGA and SAG-AFTRA, production of the film was significantly delayed. This setback forced the rescheduling of the release date, which was initially scheduled for March 14, 2024.
Now, fans will have to wait until June 13, 2025 to once again immerse themselves in the epic world of How to Train Your Dragon.
Despite the challenges and delays, the excitement of fans remains intact. The promise of seeing Gerard Butler reprise his role as Stoick and witnessing the animated characters transition into reality has renewed interest in the franchise.
The wait will be long, but How to Train Your Dragon fans are sure it will be worth it.
The live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon promises to take the magic of Berk to new heights with the participation of Gerard Butler as Stoick and a promising cast led by Mason Thames and Nico Parker.
Despite the challenges in production, fans are eager to embark on this new cinematic adventure that will bring one of DreamWorks Animation’s most beloved sagas to life in a unique way.
