Mason Thames may be leading the new How to Train Your Dragon movie — but he’s been a fan since day one. “That was my childhood, growing up with those movies,” the 17-year-old actor tells People, reflecting on what it means to now play Hiccup in the live-action remake of the beloved animated franchise.

With the new live adaptation for How to Train Your Dragon out, many people are wondering if the two stars of the film Mason Thames and Nico Parker are dating. The two have been partnered in some press outings and they’ve raved about their friendship together.

Find the full live-action cast of How To Train Your Dragon (2025) alongside their animated and voice cast counterparts.

Dean DeBlois, one of the animated film's directors, returns to direct the live-action adaptation. Also returning is actor Gerard Butler ("300," "Law Abiding Citizen") as Hiccup's father, Stoick the Vast.

The actor tells PEOPLE about his role as Hiccup in the 2025 live-action remake of 'How to Train Your Dragon,' out now

Dean DeBlois’ 2025 live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon is a thrilling, emotionally resonant triumph—an example of how to honor the soul of a belo

Unlike most live adaptations of animated movies, filmmaker Dean DeBlois is behind both. Mason Thames plays Hiccup and Nico Parker takes on the

The live-action 'How to Train Your Dragon' is captivating Indian audiences, projecting a Rs 10 crore weekend after a strong opening. Released on June 13, 2025, the film's English version leads with Rs 4.