Gerard Butler to Return in How to Train Your Dragon Live-Action Reboot

Gerard Butler Returns as Stoick in How to Train Your Dragon Reboot

The highly anticipated How to Train Your Dragon live-action reboot has set the stage for an exciting return as Gerard Butler is confirmed to reprise his role as Stoick.

Astrid smiling and Hiccup staring ahead in How To Train Your Dragon

Butler, known for his portrayal of Stoick the Vast in the original DreamWorks Animation trilogy, brings a powerful and heartfelt voice to the character, capturing the essence of Stoick's journey in the mystical Viking world.

Toothless and Hiccup in How To Train Your Dragon The Hidden World

Stoick, the chieftain of the central village, undergoes a remarkable transformation, from vehement opposition to dragons to forming a unique bond with them and the village. His sacrifice in the second movie deeply resonated with audiences, making his return in the live-action reboot an eagerly anticipated event.

Toothless grinning in How to Train Your Dragon

The Door Opens for More Returns

With Gerard Butler's return, fans are speculating about the possibility of more original cast members from the animated movies making a comeback in the live-action reboot.

Ruffnut and Tuffnut in How to Train Your Dragon

While the lead roles of Hiccup and Astrid have been recast with new stars, the question arises whether other beloved characters voiced by adult actors will also return. The prospect of including other actors as a nod to longtime fans of the franchise has sparked excitement among enthusiasts.

Hiccup looks affectionately at Astrid in How To Train Your Dragon 3

Writer/director Dean DeBlois, who helmed the animated movies, presents the opportunity for cameos or new roles for returning actors, creating a touching connection to the beloved animated series. The potential for surprising and delightful appearances by iconic actors adds an intriguing layer to the anticipation for the live-action reboot.

The Creative Possibilities

Dean DeBlois, the writer/director of the original animated movies, holds the creative reins for the live-action reboot, offering a wealth of possibilities for the return of iconic actors in new roles.

The precedent set by other reboots and adaptations, such as Disney's live-action Mulan and Wonder Woman 1984, demonstrates the potential for bringing back iconic actors in updated versions of beloved properties. The anticipation for how DeBlois will weave the return of familiar actors into the narrative of the live-action reboot adds an extra layer of excitement for fans of the franchise.

As development continues for the 2025 release of the How to Train Your Dragon live-action reboot, the confirmation of Gerard Butler's return as Stoick has opened the door to a world of creative possibilities, promising an immersive and nostalgic experience for fans of the beloved animated series.