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How to Train Your Dragon

2010
Family/Kids, Fantasy
1h 38m
A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.

How to Train Your Dragon

2010
Family/Kids, Fantasy
1h 38m
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Rated 04 Apr 2010
87
78th
Dreamworks first real steps away from being a second rate version of Pixar, the story may not be the most original, but I'll be damned if it isn't well told. It's a fun film, with some genuinely spectacular moments, and endearing characters. Well worth the watch.
Rated 06 Dec 2010
85
87th
With an incredibly deceptive title, this supposed instructional film is little more than a feel-good fantasy flick about Scottish vikings (what?) and dragons that don't exist. Meanwhile, those of us with real dragon problems still worry about them shitting the rug, because the definitive guide on how to train a dragon *still* does not exist.
Rated 04 Apr 2010
85
87th
A definite feel good movie, I don't really know why. I was just really happy when I left the theater. The dragons are all pretty cute, which coincides well with the story. The animation is really great and the voice acting is very good as well (finally Gerard Butler gets to do a movie without faking an American accent). It's great to see Dreamworks bring the goods so Pixar doesn't just dominate animation every year. Extra-kudos for taking a slight risk at the end. Recommended to all.
Rated 25 May 2010
84
87th
The dragon thing doesn't usually turn out very well on the movie screen (Reign of Fire, Dragonheart), that much is known. How to Train Your Dragon has a much more light-hearted take on the subject, and succeeds mightily. Spectacular visuals, well timed comedy, characters with heart, and.....vikings! (at least it's not goddamn pirates or something) The story itself isn't anything new, but the film itself is really a breath of fresh air. It's a rare thing indeed from Dreamworks, but bravo.
Rated 12 May 2017
88
74th
It's a story you've seen a thousand times before, with story beats you can see coming a mile away, but it's all executed with unusual care and great animation. Not brilliant, but pretty darn good.
Rated 01 Apr 2010
6
51st
The dragon flights/fights were well animated especially the final showdown. Comedy wise it was definitely hit or miss, nothing really laugh out loud but the Nightwings face made me smile. Its also a story that is predictable so nothing new but it doesn't make impressing dad the main point which was welcome. Good movie that is at least a rental.
Rated 17 Mar 2010
80
62nd
This is one of the few 3D movies where the use of this technology makes sense, so far. It enhances the action elements, notably scenes of explosions and Hiccup riding his dragon, which seemingly is the major draw of 3D. Furthermore, it has a nice plot consisting of a mix between a coming of age and buddy picture. It spoke to my inner child, and certainly if I still was an 8 year old, I would be riding the family dog whilst concocting a scheme to build it wings and make it shoot fire.
Rated 19 Apr 2010
70
79th
Dreamworks finally cuts clear of its own underrated reputation. They made a movie for kids that didn't make make their parents groan, but didn't take things into the adult realm as much as Pixar does. While I prefer a Pixar flick, parents may find themselves pleased at an in between movie.
Rated 04 Apr 2010
6
35th
(3D review) The 3D is put to great use here, one of the best I've seen (Roger Deakings apparently worked on the film as a visual consultant), yet I grew tired of the film about an hour in, devoid of a genuine heart beneath its entertaining surface. The little characterization the film had to offer ended up feeling undeserved. Fun while it lasts, definitely a film for kids and not to ... HOLY SHIT, DID THAT DRAGON JUST EXPLODE ???!!!
Rated 27 Mar 2010
7
84th
As comedy it's sort of kiddy and hit-or-miss, but as fantasy action-adventure it's extremely successful and an easy recommendation for anyone who enjoys that genre. The end of the movie has a mountain-sized fuck-off kaiju megadragon who could kick Cloverfield's ass and is definitely one of the coolest things I've seen on the big screen lately.
Rated 01 May 2010
78
68th
An entertaining a superbly fun movie for kids and adults alike. Not entirely original in its basic story structure as it's about a child who's immensely talented in an unconventional way that no one can see. However the viking setting allows for a new and interesting spin on it. Gerard Butler and Jay Baruchel both give great vocal performances and make the comedy work. All and all the CGI isn't as good as Pixar but everything else could be on par. See it.
Rated 07 Apr 2010
30
15th
Remember the chatter about modern 3D animations enhance their horizon to adults alike with cleverly encrypted subtexts? Not this one. It's mainly for the 5-13 crowd all sanitized, every dillema presented with sharp corners. There was only a few moments that grabbed my attention. Vikings do viking -stuff-, dragons do dragon stuff, there isn't a constructed reality whatsoever.
Rated 03 Apr 2010
89
98th
The story is not that exciting (still, more interesting than in *name any disney film except for Lion King*)... but the wit, the flight scenes and (yes, you read this correctly) the cuteness of the dragons... amazing. I can't recall being so happy after a movie... ever.
Rated 28 Mar 2010
52
10th
The Germans have a word for this: Shreklich.
Rated 16 Jan 2011
90
97th
Of the same mold as Kung Fu Panda, and almost as great. Many frowned when Po & Co. swept the Annies. However, even though I admire Pixar's output as much as everyone else, in terms of sheer entertainment through perfect pacing and choreography in that film and this, their new outing, Dreamworks are now in the lead. While they are infinitely inferior in terms of originality and emotion, that's more than made up for with action, fun and eye candy. Don't miss this sweet, terrific film.
Rated 08 Dec 2010
50
43rd
Okay so kudos for actually trying to focus on a kind of story, instead of relying on slapstick humor to carry the whole thing. Sadly the story is a completely unimaginative by-the-numbers fish-out-of-water fable, hailing the weak geek genius, with an added 3D pet dragon, cos, like, what kid wouldn't love that, right? So yaay, another movie for the little rascals, as if their ADHD driven minds didn't have enough on their plates. For the grown ups: Move along, nothing noteworthy going on here.
Rated 04 Dec 2010
85
89th
I. Loved. It. Old-fashioned, sweeping movie magic served with dashing 3D and a truly great score that would make Alan Menken proud. DreamWorks Animation's most successful flick (aside from the Shrek franchise) is also their finest to date and if I had to choose which to watch a second time, I'd pick this witty yet tender adventure ride over Toy Story 3 or Avatar any day. "Everything we know about you guys is wrong" might be a naive metaphor for our fear of strangers, but striking nonetheless.
Rated 27 Oct 2010
85
93rd
Thought this was an educational video about masturbation and was pleasantly surprised by a touching, well rendered, movie.
Rated 14 Oct 2010
90
79th
"How to train your Dragon" is Dreamworks first movie that has the potencial to be mentioned in the same breath with Pixar movies. This is a wonderfully telled story about a boy and his dragon who stand up against the old traditions of the wikings and against his father who wants a son that kills dragons, not tame them. Simply a wonderful animation movie with the cutest dragon I've seen in my entire life!
Rated 27 Sep 2010
70
52nd
The extremely cute cat-like dragon gave this an extra 10 points.
Rated 15 Jul 2010
75
77th
A really pleasant surprise. Well-made and well-written with both heart and good laughs...
Rated 19 Apr 2010
77
79th
Another homerun from Dreamworks Animation.
Rated 13 Apr 2010
80
61st
Wittier and more exciting than I'd expected. Really enjoyed Craig Ferguson's role, and the some of the CG was jaw-dropping.
Rated 12 Apr 2010
90
92nd
Best thing Dreamworks has done so far. The dragons are adorable. I still don't get why the adults have Scottish accents and the kids have American ones, but whatever.
Rated 11 Apr 2010
83
79th
Very well animated, good character work all around. Simplistic and formulaic story but well done and even touching at times.
Rated 02 Apr 2010
71
73rd
Shaky start but grew on me over time. Great animation and great relationship between Hiccup and Toothless.
Rated 29 Mar 2010
79
55th
There's a timely message about the benefits of understanding an enemy rather than just killing them - highlighted in some charming scenes of the boy& dragon slowly getting to know one another - as well as a ton of eye-catching scenery as they fly, but little of it exhilarates. There's not enough wit/unpredictabilty 2 make most of this more than mercilessly predictable& just 4 kids. It's pointless CGI 2 try & convince viewers' eyeballs that they're flying if their hearts & minds aren't soaring.
Rated 26 Mar 2010
75
65th
Rated 09 Feb 2024
7
63rd
A few of the plot points feel lukewarm (see Astrid's quick coming-around, the kid crew coming to the rescue), but the coming-of-age story of a boy finding acceptance (see the bookending "all of me" gestures) within a deeply stubborn culture (see the bookending Berk narrations) burns strong, as do the underlying pacifist sentiments. Superb voicework (dryly witty Baruchel is a great lead-"Thank you for nothing, you useless reptile") adds plenty of effective comedy and drama to the flying action.
Rated 23 Sep 2016
85
89th
Exquisite art direction and excellent writing (comedic and emotional) boost this family fare well into the realm of Good Film.
Rated 29 Dec 2014
8
76th
How to Train Your Dragon is one of my favorite films from Dreamwork's Animation Studios and it's definitely a worthy mention alongside 'Shrek'. I expected style over substance, but I was completely surprised by the depth of the story telling. I instantly rooted for Hiccup & Toothless and the chemistry between the pair is the heart of this film. All round the animation is solid, but the flying sequences in particular are incredible. The characters, humour and action will cater for all the family.
Rated 08 Jul 2011
73
57th
Yeah, ok, it was good. Clever scripting, ill give you that. But it didnt have the weight and impact that wall-e or Nemo had. And Baruchel's voice is annoying as shit! Still , a entertaining watch.
Rated 23 May 2011
83
83rd
A surprisingly good kids movie, it may be completely cliched and utterly predictable, but it's a fine movie in spite of these things. The animation is great and the story is better. I suppose it helps that the voice acting was done pretty flippin' well too.
Rated 17 Dec 2010
90
92nd
Is this true? A Dreamworks Animation movie that's not childish (in the worst sense of the word), full of annoying pop-culture references and fart jokes? It actually has a lot of heart, the animation is good but what really stands above all the other positive things are the flight scenes that are nothing short of amazing.
Rated 02 Dec 2010
34
26th
I laughed twice, smiled three times, and the flame effects were kinda nice
Rated 27 Nov 2010
80
89th
What the fuck? Dreamworks made a really good movie? I'm in shock.
Rated 24 Nov 2010
72
72nd
I'll admit I am normally the first to criticise DreamWorks Animation and their mostly crappy collection of movies. But "How to Train Your Dragon" is pretty darn good! On occasions the animation itself is simply stunning, but more importantly the premise, script and voice acting (mostly) is excellent. A little cliche, but amusing, fun and free from DreamWorks usual awful negative stereotypes and shitty pop-culture references.
Rated 07 Nov 2010
75
71st
A very entertaining animation, that's really only marred by the childish story and an ending you can already guess very early to the movie. Of course, it's a family film, so the cutesy story is understandable and the animation of the characters more than makes up for it.
Rated 02 Nov 2010
55
70th
The dragon riding stuff was perfect, as was the general art and mood of the film. But I can't quite get past the usual "let's all be friends" message that would encourage kids to pet alligators or ride bears. The message of harmony with nature is so patronizing that its sickening; not all things need to be non-threatening for the sake of kid's entertainment. Once in a while it would be nice if monsters were just monsters and not simply misunderstood pacifists.
Rated 20 Oct 2010
70
48th
Looks pretty nice. The story is a bit childish and extremely predictable, but I guess it's good enough for a family flick.
Rated 16 Oct 2010
45
85th
Cliched, standard storytelling. BUT WHAT A FUCKING RIDE! Amazing animation.
Rated 13 Oct 2010
46
32nd
Why kill the enemy. Better, understand it, 'liberate it' from bad leadership and make it your pet! It feels such a right thing to do too. A clear-cut imperialistic story aimed at younger audiences, with flashy CGI animation and very modern visual effects. Voice acting could have been better; Baruchel's voice and Hiccup's character does not fit each other at all.
Rated 02 Jun 2010
79
62nd
A good overall entertaining flick with the maximum use of the third dimension which many movies fail to capture. It is more like "fun" in a cute kind of way not for people like me, anyways it had its moments.
Rated 09 May 2010
78
54th
Cliched and all, but still cute and entertaining.
Rated 30 Apr 2010
85
99th
It's a corny, old fashioned boy-dog love story, as adorable as anything Walt Disney ever signed off on.
Rated 29 Apr 2010
88
89th
Nice characters. I like their skin. It's too realistic. By the way that movie shows me that you dont need to spend lots of money to fly. I feel like i flied.
Rated 26 Apr 2010
69
45th
Gorgeous visuals and a carbon copy cliché story a la Panda and others. Funny but not a big deal anyway.
Rated 25 Apr 2010
85
54th
A heart warming story and amazing visuals. I watched this Imax 3D and the dragon flying scenes are just awesome. Its also brilliant how all the dragons have so much personality without saying a word. A very nice movie. Loved it.
Rated 25 Apr 2010
78
82nd
Went to a theater full of kids, now, being the cranky old guy that I am, the first thing I said was "great, now these little idiots will laugh at every single dumb joke and spoil the whole movie". Fast foward to a few minutes later, I AM the idiot laughing at every stupid joke.
Rated 23 Apr 2010
72
69th
An entertaining children's film with a fairly solid plot and voicing cast. The thing that made the film enjoyable was the great 3D coupled in with the humorous script. Definitely worth a watch if you like 3D.
Rated 19 Apr 2010
95
79th
I LOVED this film! The story is so sweet and I adored our hero! Toothless we so great (totally reminded me of a cat)! And while some of the story was predictable, some of it totally surprised me! Great animation, great voices, and a fantastic story! A definite must see!!!
Rated 19 Apr 2010
72
57th
I have to say, I'm surprised at this film's massive critical reception. "How to Train Your Dragon" is a 'satisfactory' plot with little character development saved by sharp animation, thrilling action sequences, and glorious 3D. The human element is lacking, but our main little hero and new pet dragon are only engaging just enough to keep us interested in between the visuals. Overall, Dreamworks Animation brings another decent movie, slightly humorous, and heavy on action.
Rated 17 Apr 2010
71
74th
Dreamwork's "How to Train Your Dragon" is not quite in the league of Pixar favorites like "Up", "Cars", and "Wall-e", but it is very close. The story is exciting, the action sequences are very satisfying, and the characters are memorable. I'm glad I forced myself out of the house to see this one at the theaters. Unfortunately, I didn't drive the extra miles to see it in 3-D. I wish I would have.
Rated 13 Apr 2010
76
30th
Did anyone else get a "Grizzly Man" vibe from the first two acts? Anyone? Also, this is the automatic best dreamworks movie for having zero pop culture references. Huzzah!
Rated 12 Apr 2010
80
60th
Aside from some inconsistencies within the world, (why did all the adults have Scottish accents, and the kids American ones?) this movie exceeded my expectations and delivered some good clean fun with a message.
Rated 10 Apr 2010
100
93rd
One of my favorite animated films in a while. I can't really describe how I feel about it-- just that it was incredible. The character design, the flying scenes, the music... everything was perfect. It was immensely fun to watch and I've seen it twice already. Also, Toothless is ADORABLE. He's like a kitty and a salamander had a baby and it had wings!
Rated 09 Apr 2010
70
41st
This is a beautifully animated film that feels very familiar. Read from "familiar" what you will - I mean it in the sense that the story, characters and execution all feel very formulaic; nothing all that new or ground-breaking is brought to the field, but it is still executed beautifully. The characters are charming and there are certainly some sweet spots in terms of humour. Certainly a cute and easy-to-watch family film. An entertaining way to spend an hour and a half.
Rated 05 Apr 2010
81
84th
My fav from Dreamworks. Vikings and a dragon as a friend, what fantasy!
Rated 01 Apr 2010
70
25th
It's not as funny as I expected it to be.
Rated 30 Mar 2010
75
58th
I credit my enjoyment of 'How to Train Your Dragon' directly to my avid fandom of 'The Dog Whisperer'. It's almost as if Hiccup watched a marathon of Cesar training out of control dogs and tried it on a bunch of fire-breathing dragons. Hiccup's voice does get on the annoying side at times, but suits his character. The flying scenes smelled of 'Avatar', not really adding anything to the plot. Just flying for the sake of throwing things at your face in 3D. The ending was refreshing too. Fun flick.
Rated 30 Mar 2010
90
86th
Simple, heartfelt, and gorgeous. Easily the best Dreamworks animation film to date, though not quite Pixar quality. One more movie like this and Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders will be well on their way to redeeming themselves for bringing Lilo and Stitch into this world. Character design and animation are superb and the flying and battle sequences look awesome in 3D. Jay Baruchel's voice does get a bit irritating after a while though. No pop culture references or dance sequences!
Rated 29 Mar 2010
40
16th
This story has only been done thousands of times before and, most of those times, it wasn't half this cheesy and emotionally manipulative. Just the typical embarrassing garbage spoon-fed by Hollywood to little kids who don't know any better. The character designs were hideous too.
Rated 28 Mar 2010
81
57th
A simple story well told and beautifully animated. The action sequences are pretty thrilling. The endearing friendship between Hiccup and Toothless elevates it to a level Dreamworks usually struggles to reach. It may be their best effort yet.
Rated 26 Mar 2010
59
62nd
An excellent animated film. The flights on the dragon are magnificent, providing the same magic feeling as the carpet ride from Aladdin.
Rated 06 Mar 2010
70
54th
Animation and characters are good but you're still saying to yourself this just ain't Pixar. Storyline builds on the premise that dragons are people too, using the nerdy hero, non-understanding father, winning over the good looking babe, and teaching trust to a mythical reptile (its hard enough with mammals) subplots. But the action's pretty good, there's some good humor, and I think the kids should love it--which after all....
Rated 11 Nov 2024
90
67th
so good
Rated 17 Aug 2024
92
80th
Beautiful
Rated 02 Jun 2024
60
46th
It's a cute movie and a very good movie, not my favorite favorite of the trilogy on rewatch.
Rated 19 Feb 2024
20
5th
It's always been a thing that this breed of family/kids/animated thing does not push any buttons of mine. Even the supposed 'good' ones are the same cheesy, goofy trash as far as I can tell. Such a weird feeling for me at this time of my life to try watching, often blockbuster material, which tends to actively suppress the qualities of picture or sound, preferring to dive headlong into the most over-inflated cinematic language, which is acceptable, still believable, to most.
Rated 14 Dec 2023
83
51st
What the story lacks in surprising twists, it more than makes up for in charming action and cool soaring visuals.
Rated 04 Aug 2023
78
66th
Fun but predictable animated film with pretty visuals and likable characters. The design on the dragons is great.
Rated 18 Mar 2023
90
95th
Surprisingly great movie despite obvious animation and budget constraints.
Rated 13 Jan 2023
80
67th
audiovisual 80 overall feeling 80 avg 80
Rated 12 Nov 2022
77
74th
Acting - 18/25 Pace - 21/25 Direction - 17/25 Plot - 21/25
Rated 12 Sep 2022
97
95th
I love this movie SO MUCH
Rated 14 Aug 2022
100
92nd
Wonderful score, wonderful casting, wonderful story, wonderful animation. Regular rewatch, and the score stays in my regularly rotated playlists. Also can we talk about just HOW gorgeous those end credits were? I watched through those alone multiple times to enjoy the many, many beautiful dragon designs. And yes, of course I really really really want a dragon. Who doesn't?
Rated 27 Jul 2022
19
8th
Beautifully animated great premise but the plot is so lame
Rated 13 May 2022
60
71st
I was distracted for much of the film wondering why they called the characters Vikings and then made the adults Scottish and the kids American. The whole thing's fantasy - why not call the people something else? Good fun though, when I managed to give up wondering.
Rated 06 Jul 2021
80
51st
Dragon's are cool, this movie is too
Rated 02 Apr 2021
65
45th
It's an okay animated film.
Rated 09 Dec 2020
40
78th
in a bizarre twist of fate, this adorable and perfectly scored movie about a cat dragon and his boy will be forever intertwined with teenage human trafficking for me. I was just really sad after watching this one Swedish film and I happened to have it waiting, okay?
Rated 07 Dec 2020
92
96th
The action scenes are brilliant, the soundtrack and the animation are incredible! How To Train Your Dragon is very heartwarming, epic and a must-see.
Rated 07 Aug 2020
73
46th
Opinión personal: 7,5 Actores: 7 Planos: 7 Guión: 7 BSO/FX: 8 Total: 73
Rated 23 Jun 2020
65
40th
Cantkill-frees+fliesit-alltheirinfowrong-becomingproperexpert+dadthinkshekillernow-wefinallyhavesomethingtotalkabout!lol...+beatsdopewarriorgirlwithdragonwhispering-yougettokillthedragon!+wannadipbutgirlthere-flieswithher+triedtoshowpeaceworked-didnt-toothlesssaves-captured+theystealfoodtofeedmonsterortheydie!-dadtakesarmytoisland+friendshelpH+hardtopayattention+dadhelpsT-proudofson+win-TsavedH+allflyingD'snow+girlhitthenkissagainbutlipsnow+ididntevennoticeWiiglol
Rated 10 Jun 2020
85
0th
awesome film! would be practically perfect if there were more gender equality, though
Rated 03 Apr 2020
62
48th
It's alright. Looks beautiful, but the rest about it is just generic and boring. Typical boy-dream-fantasy movie about being a loner and suddenly gaining respect (and the hot village girl). Main character isn't super likable and moans a lot
Rated 23 Mar 2020
75
46th
Not really my type of movie even though I know it's pretty good.
Rated 11 Mar 2020
79
91st
Seen: 2.
Rated 19 Jan 2020
85
54th
Excellent plot and animation. A good movie if you're young or if you're old.
Rated 09 Sep 2019
80
73rd
2019/09/08
Rated 05 Apr 2019
3
38th
The HTTYD series is in all likelihood the highwater mark for Dreamworks Animation, leaning less into the juvenile antics and wacky faces that plague their other franchises, and flexing some new-and-improved animation.
Rated 28 Feb 2019
90
80th
Very funny, rich world building, and a fresh parent-child relationship. It is a story about social transformation, but it is beautiful to see the old order turned by redemption instead of revolution. This is much closer to how the story should be.
Rated 23 Feb 2019
82
84th
It's not without its share of cliches, but with a good amount of humor, and a delicate treatment of their beasts, How To Train Your Dragon ends up being a heartwarming tale and Dreamworks' most hopeful franchise.
Rated 07 Feb 2019
70
76th
This is cliches done right and entertaining. It develops its world, characters and story really well, and takes you for a fun ride. Had a good time watching it and watch the friendship grow.
Rated 17 Dec 2018
80
64th
Aw, dragões são gatinhos voadores. TV aberta.
Rated 12 Oct 2018
75
40th
Easy-watch, not boring, but as an adult, I don't find it humorous or have some moral to tell...
Rated 27 Aug 2018
65
0th
Animation style was beautiful. I felt the plot was boring but would be great for kids. It feels like a moral lesson would be taught in a fun story. However I can't find myself recommending it to adults.
Rated 06 Jul 2018
91
45th
By making the conflict more personal than epic, the dual narrative of the father-son dynamic and the man "against" beast pays off on a strongly emotional level. Richly animated environments and engaging characters round out a movie that is magnificently scored by John Powell. The Lilo and Stitch team have created one for the ages.
Rated 16 May 2018
50
34th
Well regarded by a lot of people, but I found it to be just an average film.
Rated 18 Mar 2018
74
8th
Utterly cliche with stilted dialog. Great soundtrack though.

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