Johannesburg, 6 June 2025 — In the lead-up to the highly anticipated nationwide release of How To Train Your Dragon, the much-loved animated franchise’s live-action reimagining, Studio Universal (DStv 112) is set to ignite dragon fever across South Africa this June. Viewers can look forward to an exclusive behind-the-scenes special and a back-to-back screening of the franchise’s animated favourites in a dedicated channel takeover celebrating all things Berk.

A Month Of Dragons, Discovery, And Behind-The-Scenes Magic

The excitement kicks off on Tuesday, 10 June 2025 at 17:30 with the premiere of Soaring To Life: The Making Of How To Train Your Dragon. This exclusive special offers a rare, insider’s look into the creative process behind the upcoming live-action spectacle. Featuring intimate cast interviews with Mason Thames, Nico Parker, and Gerard Butler, along with revealing insights into the cinematic wizardry and technology transforming the world of Berk for a new generation, the special charts the film’s journey from Dean DeBlois’ animated classic to full-scale live-action fantasy epic.

Celebrate The Franchise With A Back-To-Back Movie Stunt

Adding to June’s dragon-fuelled festivities, fans can relive the wonder of the originals with a double bill of How To Train Your Dragon and How To Train Your Dragon 2 on Saturday, 14 June 2025 from 15:00 on Studio Universal. It’s a perfect chance to revisit the friendship between Hiccup and Toothless ahead of their live-action debut.

About The Upcoming Film

Set for national cinema release on Friday, 13 June 2025, the live-action adaptation of How To Train Your Dragon promises to capture the heart and spectacle of its animated roots while delivering a visually spectacular, emotionally charged adventure for audiences of all ages. Starring Mason Thames as Hiccup, Nico Parker as Astrid, and featuring Gerard Butler reprising his iconic role as Stoick the Vast, the film is positioned to enchant a new generation while honouring the legacy of the beloved franchise.

Don’t Miss Out

Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the saga, Studio Universal’s How To Train Your Dragon month delivers a soaring celebration of courage, friendship, and fire-breathing adventure. Tune in for Soaring To Life: The Making Of How To Train Your Dragon on Tuesday, 10 June at 17:30, and the epic double feature of How To Train Your Dragon and How To Train Your Dragon 2 on Saturday, 14 June from 15:00.

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