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How to Train Your Dragon Streams on Peacock in 2025

9/10/2025

Summary

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Universal Pictures’ live-action "How to Train Your Dragon" will stream on Peacock starting October 10, 2025, after its theatrical release on June 13.
The film has grossed over $632 million globally, adding to a franchise total of $2.2 billion.
The cast includes Mason Thames, Nico Parker, and Gerard Butler, with Dean DeBlois as director.
Peacock will offer over 90 minutes of bonus content, featuring behind-the-scenes footage and deleted scenes.
The film has a 76% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 97% audience score on the Popcornmeter.

History

Historical Context

"How to Train Your Dragon" premiered in 2010, grossing $494 million globally and launching a franchise that has since earned over $2.2 billion. This reflects a broader trend in Hollywood of reimagining animated classics, as studios seek to engage established fan bases while adapting to changing film distribution methods, including streaming platforms like Peacock.

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Story summary

Universal Pictures’ live-action "How to Train Your Dragon" will stream on Peacock starting October 10, 2025, after its theatrical release on June 13.
The film has grossed over $632 million globally, adding to a franchise total of $2.2 billion.
The cast includes Mason Thames, Nico Parker, and Gerard Butler, with Dean DeBlois as director.
Peacock will offer over 90 minutes of bonus content, featuring behind-the-scenes footage and deleted scenes.
The film has a 76% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 97% audience score on the Popcornmeter.

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