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Phil Dunster Joins Live-Action How to Train Your Dragon 2

1/30/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Phil Dunster will join Universal Pictures' live-action How to Train Your Dragon 2 as Eret.
The film follows Hiccup, voiced by Mason Thames, as he faces challenges, including his mother's return and Drago Bludvist.
Dean DeBlois returns as writer and director to preserve continuity with the books by Cressida Cowell.
The release is set for June 11, 2027, and Dunster's Ted Lasso fame has earned him acclaim.

History

Historical Context

Released on March 26, 2010, "How to Train Your Dragon," directed by Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois, grossed nearly $495 million worldwide. Based on Cressida Cowell's 2003 book, the film explores themes of friendship through the journey of Hiccup, a young Viking. Its success led to two sequels and a live-action remake, highlighting the franchise's impact on animated storytelling in cinema.

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Story summary

Phil Dunster will join Universal Pictures' live-action How to Train Your Dragon 2 as Eret.
The film follows Hiccup, voiced by Mason Thames, as he faces challenges, including his mother's return and Drago Bludvist.
Dean DeBlois returns as writer and director to preserve continuity with the books by Cressida Cowell.
The release is set for June 11, 2027, and Dunster's Ted Lasso fame has earned him acclaim.

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