Johannesburg, 7 June 2025: In the lead-up to the highly anticipated nationwide release of How to Train Your Dragon, the live-action adaptation of the cherished animated franchise, South African audiences are in for an exhilarating treat. Studio Universal (DStv 112) will be dedicating this June to a How to Train Your Dragon channel takeover, featuring an exclusive behind-the-scenes special and screenings of the beloved animated films.
A Month Dedicated to Berk and Beyond
The excitement begins on Tuesday, 10 June 2025 at 17:30 with the premiere of Soaring to Life: The Making of How to Train Your Dragon. This all-access special takes viewers deep inside the creative journey behind the live-action film, offering an intimate look at how the world of Berk has been reimagined for the big screen.
Audiences can expect exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes insights from stars Mason Thames, Nico Parker, and Gerard Butler, alongside a revealing look at the cutting-edge technology and cinematic artistry breathing new life into this iconic tale. The documentary highlights how Dean DeBlois’ original animated vision has been carefully adapted into a breathtaking live-action fantasy epic.
Celebrate the Originals with a Back-to-Back Movie Stunt
Adding to the month’s dragon-fuelled excitement, fans will also be able to relive the adventures that started it all. How to Train Your Dragon and How to Train Your Dragon 2 will air back-to-back on Saturday, 14 June 2025 from 15:00 on Studio Universal.
About the Film
Set for nationwide release on Friday, 13 June 2025, How to Train Your Dragon (live-action) promises to capture the heart and spectacle of the original franchise. Featuring Mason Thames as Hiccup, Nico Parker as Astrid, and Gerard Butler reprising his role as Stoick the Vast, this big-screen adaptation is poised to become a new classic for a fresh generation of fans.
Don’t Miss It
Whether you’re a long-time admirer of the Isle of Berk or discovering its magic for the first time, Studio Universal’s How to Train Your Dragon month offers something for everyone. Don’t miss the premiere of Soaring to Life: The Making of How to Train Your Dragon on Tuesday, 10 June at 17:30, and the double feature of How to Train Your Dragon and How to Train Your Dragon 2 on Saturday, 14 June from 15:00.