The trailer introduces audiences to a dramatically realized version of the Viking island of Berk, now a rugged, storm-swept hub teeming with dragon riders, warring clans, and larger-than-life beasts. Mason Thames stars as Hiccup, the outcast-turned-hero, while Nico Parker takes on the role of Astrid in a more action-heavy and emotionally driven version of the character.
Fans were quick to respond to the first glimpses of Toothless, who retains his iconic design but appears more lifelike than ever before. The dragon’s expressive eyes and agile flight sequences are rendered with photorealistic detail, setting a new bar for fantasy creature design on the big screen.
The film also boasts a strong supporting cast, including Gerard Butler reprising his role as Stoick the Vast, alongside newcomers Julian Dennison, Nick Frost, and Bronwyn James. The world of Berk has been expanded, with hints at new dragons, deeper lore, and high-stakes conflicts that go beyond the original trilogy’s scope.
Returning to score the film is composer John Powell, whose reimagined version of the franchise’s iconic theme plays throughout the trailer, evoking both nostalgia and cinematic grandeur.
Shot on location in Northern Ireland, the production emphasizes natural environments to ground the fantasy in realism. It was also filmed with IMAX cameras, offering viewers a more immersive experience, particularly during the sweeping dragon flight and battle sequences.
