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How to Train Your Dragon

  • 2010
  • PG
  • 1h 38m
IMDb RATING
8.1/10
866K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
578
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Jay Baruchel and Randy Thom in How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
Young Viking Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third (voice of Jay Baruchel) is sent to the Isle of Berk in the North Sea, where he is to subdue a dragon as a rite of passage.
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A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.

  • Directors
    • Dean DeBlois
    • Chris Sanders
  • Writers
    • William Davies
    • Dean DeBlois
    • Chris Sanders
  • Stars
    • Jay Baruchel
    • Gerard Butler
    • Christopher Mintz-Plasse
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.1/10
    866K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    578
    14
    • Directors
      • Dean DeBlois
      • Chris Sanders
    • Writers
      • William Davies
      • Dean DeBlois
      • Chris Sanders
    • Stars
      • Jay Baruchel
      • Gerard Butler
      • Christopher Mintz-Plasse
    • 832User reviews
    • 195Critic reviews
    • 75Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Top rated movie #197
    • Nominated for 2 Oscars
      • 25 wins & 63 nominations total

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    "Vikings in Training" from How to Train Your Dragon
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    "Vikings in Training" from How to Train Your Dragon
    "Training Day One: Gronckle" from How to Train Your Dragon
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    "Training Day One: Gronckle" from How to Train Your Dragon
    "Dragon Attack" from How to Train Your Dragon
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    "Dragons Aren't Fire Proof" from How to Train Your Dragon

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    Top cast14

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    Jay Baruchel
    Jay Baruchel
    • Hiccup
    • (voice)
    Gerard Butler
    Gerard Butler
    • Stoick
    • (voice)
    Christopher Mintz-Plasse
    Christopher Mintz-Plasse
    • Fishlegs
    • (voice)
    Craig Ferguson
    Craig Ferguson
    • Gobber
    • (voice)
    America Ferrera
    America Ferrera
    • Astrid
    • (voice)
    Jonah Hill
    Jonah Hill
    • Snotlout
    • (voice)
    T.J. Miller
    T.J. Miller
    • Tuffnut
    • (voice)
    • (as TJ Miller)
    Kristen Wiig
    Kristen Wiig
    • Ruffnut
    • (voice)
    Robin Atkin Downes
    Robin Atkin Downes
    • Ack
    • (voice)
    Philip McGrade
    • Starkard
    • (voice)
    Kieron Elliott
    • Hoark the Haggard
    • (voice)
    Ashley Jensen
    Ashley Jensen
    • Phlegma the Fierce
    • (voice)
    David Tennant
    David Tennant
    • Spitelout
    • (voice)
    Randy Thom
    Randy Thom
    • Dragons
    • (uncredited)
    • …
    • Directors
      • Dean DeBlois
      • Chris Sanders
    • Writers
      • William Davies
      • Dean DeBlois
      • Chris Sanders
    • All cast & crew
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    Summary

    Reviewers say 'How to Train Your Dragon' captivates audiences with its universal themes of friendship, acceptance, and self-discovery. The heartwarming bond between Hiccup and Toothless is a standout element. Stunning animation, especially the flight sequences and dragon designs, enhances the experience. The film's message about empathy and challenging norms resonates with viewers of all ages. However, some critics find the pacing uneven. Compelling character development, an engaging storyline, and a memorable soundtrack further contribute to its appeal.
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    10The_Fifth_Echo

    One of the most Breathtaking Animated Films of all time.

    I watched How to Train Your Dragon about 5 times now, and it never gets boring. It actually keeps on getting better and better with with more and more views. This is a huge accomplishment for DreamWorks Animation, it might actually be its Best Animated Feauture it yet. It is an amazing experience to watch this film in Cinema. The 3D is amazing and at times Breathtaking. I may of had the most fun that I've ever had in Cinema watching How to Train Your Dragon.

    The script is really good and is has a lot of dramatic depth. This movie is for everyone. Adults and Kids will enjoy it equally and will love it at the end. This movie will probably become a series like Shrek. But I'm hoping this film doesn't get bad sequels like Shrek 3 and Shrek Forever After. Anyways this film will be most recognized for its beautiful animation.

    10/10 Highly Recommended
    10me_sterya

    Wonderful movie, a must see 3D

    I saw the trailer and I enjoyed it but I was afraid that all the good parts from the movie will be there and that will be all, like it was with many films lately. That was certainly not the case. There are way better parts that were left to be discovered and I definitely congratulate the choice.

    I didn't read the book, so I don't know the story, witch might have suffered, as stories usually do from books to picture, but I think a writer couldn't hope for a better image, better portraits of characters, especially the black dragon who one definitely falls in love with - the mimic and the gestures and the face expressions, so complex and real.

    I agree it's not the kind of movie that makes you keep thinking too much once it's finished bot it's not meant to be. It's just lovely, from the beginning to the end, I really laughed and I was anxious for the characters when they suffered (and I'm 22). The film wasn't too long, it didn't have stupid lines whatsoever and it put to silence the annoying child behind me from the first five minutes or so, which I believe says it all.

    I don't know if I will actually go to the cinema but I definitely want to see it again.

    Great special effects and, again, a very lovely dragon.
    sazzad_h_akm

    Why I gave it 10

    I'm not a big fan of animation but I like this movie very much. I consider this is the greatest animation movie created so far. This movie is constituted by great story line, splendid background music, amazing animation and breathtaking brawls. As for the story line, I can tell that it is very unique as well as heart touching. That's one thing, you will definitely enjoy while watching the movie. One will enjoy wild but growing friendship between Hiccup and the dragon. A good story line along with satisfactory and delightful background music makes this movie prominent. On the other hand superb and impeccable animation will draw you into the chair until the movie is finished. Fight scenes are spectacular and humorous. I'm pretty sure that after watching this movie everyone will watch it multiple times.
    9velvet_remedy

    Genuinely superb and a step forward in 3D films

    HTTYD is the latest in a run of animated 3D films to hit the family market. One might be forgiven for feeling a little weary of this genre as the big production studios churn out one "action-packed film with a cute central character and some pretty effects" after another. But wait...

    HTTYD stands apart from these other attempts for a number of reasons. First, the 3D (Odeon digital in this screening) is moving more toward the subtle with fewer "gratuitous" 3D moments than in movies like Bolt and Coraline. As 3D becomes a staple of high street cinema, directors seem to be finding 3D to be more about adding depth rather than a brief focal-point. That's not to say that there isn't effective use of the 3D wow-factor here; it's just not all the film has to hold attention.

    Second, a cast of voice talent that does not demand too much consideration of the man/woman behind the microphone is refreshing. Baruchel is not over-playing the sugar or the heroics and, as much as an animated character can be, he is believable and as three-dimensional as the visuals. Butler is not greatly stretched here but manages to stay just the right side of a Mike Myers impression so as not to annoy. How many kids will now think the Vikings were a fearsome race of Americans and Scots? Oh, well!

    Third, the plot and dialogue. You may not know the plot and I won't spoil it now. It is straightforward stuff but the pace keeps it interesting for kids and the grown-ups. Younger children may be upset at times and I heard a sob or two at the emotional moments. Nothing too heavy here though, it's just a well-written script with as many actual laughs as I have seen in a kids' film.

    This is one of the best films so far in this prolific genre and it has been made with passion rather than thrown together to cash-in on the thirst for these films, right now. I would urge all ages to see this film in 3D as the textures are extraordinary and you can't help but be charmed by it all.
    9axel_foley

    this is why you go to the movies

    incredible! certainly the front runner for the best animated film of the year. from the first to the last frame this film is as good as an animated film gets on almost every level. beautifully written, designed and executed. though an incredible movie, it's not quite perfection - probably due to time and budget limitations (is there ever enough of either?). that said, the problems i had are far too few to mention. if dragon doesn't absolutely slay at the box office i'll lose faith in middle America.

    congrats to the filmmakers - you've made a masterpiece and you made me feel like a kid again. thank you.

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The hesitation Toothless shows during the famous "touch" scene was actually an animation error. However, it looked so perfect that the animators chose to leave it in the film.
    • Goofs
      The actual size of Toothless varies from one scene to another (compared to Hiccup's height).
    • Quotes

      [last lines]

      Hiccup: This is Berk. It snows nine months of the year, and hails the other three. Any food that grows here is tough and tasteless. The people that grow here are even more so. The only upsides are the pets. While other places have ponies or parrots... we have... dragons.

    • Crazy credits
      When the DreamWorks logo appears at the beginning of the movie, a black dragon can be seen flying over the stars
    • Alternate versions
      The 2019 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray printing add the 2013 Universal Pictures logo and omits the closing 2002 Paramount Pictures logo.
    • Connections
      Featured in Siskel & Ebert: A Prophet/Green Zone/Our Family Wedding/Remember Me/She's Out of My League (2010)
    • Soundtracks
      Sticks and Stones
      Written by Jon Thor Birgisson (as Jónsi)

      Performed by Jon Thor Birgisson (as Jónsi)

      Produced and Mixed by Alex Somers & Jon Thor Birgisson (as Jónsi)

      Courtesy of EMI Records, Ltd.

      [Plays over the first part of the main-on-end credits, just after the main title]

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • March 26, 2010 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • France
      • United Kingdom
    • Official sites
      • DreamWorks Animation Website
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Cómo entrenar a tu dragón
    • Production company
      • DreamWorks Animation
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $165,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $217,581,231
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $43,732,319
      • Mar 28, 2010
    • Gross worldwide
      • $494,879,860
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 38m(98 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • DTS
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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