Discover the chronological order of How to Train Your Dragon

Since the release of the first film in 2010, How to Train Your Dragon has established itself as one of the most successful franchises in DreamWorks. Even after the end of the trilogy, the universe continued to grow with series, short, spin-offs and, more recently, with a live action which, in less than two weeks, has already surpassed the mark of $350M monthly at the worldwide box office. Despite all this success, many people still don't know the other productions that are part of this universe. In this text, you can check out all of them, in chronological order, and find out where to watch each one. Check it out:

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Origin and success

The saga How to Train Your Dragon was born as an adaptation of the series of children's books written by the British Cressida cowell, published from 2003. DreamWorks acquired the rights to the work and released the first film in 2010, directed by Dean deblois e Chris Sanders. The duo was responsible for reformulating the project, which initially had a more childish tone, and transformed it into the animation we know today with its own mythology and an enchanting universe for all ages.

Over the years, How to Train Your Dragon became the DreamWorks' fourth highest-grossing franchise, just behind Shrek, Madagascar e Kung Fu Panda. Together, the three films in the original trilogy grossed over $1,6 billion in theaters. In addition, all films were nominated for Oscar for Best Animation, with the first also competing in the category of Best Original Soundtrack. The franchise has also collected several other awards and critical acclaim over the years. It was so successful that the story gave rise to a expanded universe with series, shorts and specials, which keeps the franchise alive to this day.

Chronological order to watch

How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

Rotten Tomatoes: 99% | Metacritic: 75 | IMDB: 8,1

Original title: How to Train Your Dragon

How to Train Your Dragon is the feature film that started the entire franchise universe. Directed by Dean deblois e Chris Sanders, and with soundtrack by John powell, the film was a huge success with audiences and critics, grossing more than U.S. $ 490 million at the worldwide box office. The production received two Oscar nominations, in the categories of Best Animated Film e Best Original Soundtrack, besides winning 10 Annie Awards. It was also nominated for BAFTA and Golden Globe, consolidating itself as one of the most praised animations of the decade.

Synopsis: On the island of Berk, dragons are seen as mortal enemies. Everything changes when Hiccup, a clumsy young Viking, takes down one of the most feared creatures: a Night Fury. Instead of killing it, he decides to study it and, little by little, the two end up forming an unlikely friendship. Now, named Toothless, the Night Fury sets off with Hiccup on an adventure that will challenge the village's traditions and try to prove that humans and dragons can live in harmony.

Available on Prime Video.

The Legend of the Bonebreaker Dragon (2010)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: TBD | IMDB: 6,9

Original title: Legend of the Boneknapper Dragon

The Legend of the Bonebreaker Dragon is a short film directed by John Puglisi, released in 2010 along with the DVD and Blu-ray editions of the first film in the franchise. Despite being short, the production contributes to expanding the universe of the saga, exploring the folklore of Berk.

Synopsis: As the young Vikings listen to yet another of Stoick's tall tales, they embark on a journey to investigate the existence of the legendary Boneknapper dragon: a feared creature covered in bones and shrouded in mystery.

Dragons: Legend of the Bonebreaker Dragon is not available for streaming.

Dragons: The Book of Dragons (2011)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: TBD | IMDB: 6,3

Original title: Book of Dragons

Dragons: The Book of Dragons is a short film directed by Steve Hickner. The production reached the public along with the DVD/Blu-ray of How to Train Your Dragon and works as a kind of animated guide, presenting several species of dragons from the franchise's universe. With narration by the saga's own characters, the short serves as a fun and educational encyclopedia for new and old fans who want to delve deeper into the series' mythology.

Synopsis: On a journey full of discoveries, Hiccup, Astrid, Gobber and the inseparable Toothless take us to the origins of the mysterious Book of Dragons. As they tell the legend behind this relic, they reveal surprising secrets about dragon species that no one ever imagined existed.

Book of Dragons is not available for streaming.

Dragons: Gift of the Night Fury (2011)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: TBD | IMDB: 7,4

Original title: Dragons: Gift of the Night Fury

Dragons: The Gift of the Night Fury is a short film directed by Tom Owens. The special end-of-year production was originally shown on American TV and later included in DVD and Blu-ray versions of the franchise.

Synopsis: During the “Winter’s Gift” season, Berk’s equivalent to Christmas, all the dragons mysteriously disappear, leaving the villagers on high alert. Amidst the confusion, Toothless is mistakenly taken, and strange eggs begin to hatch, revealing new types of dragons. Determined to get his best friend back, Hiccup sets off on a journey with his companions and ends up discovering a secret island full of surprises.

Dragons: Gift of the Night Fury is not available for streaming.

Dragons: Riders of Berk – Season 1 (2012 – 2014)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: TBD | IMDB: 7,9

Original title: Dragons: Riders of Berk

Dragons riders of Berk is the first season of the animated series that directly continues the events of the first film in the franchise. The series, originally shown on the channel cartoon network, was developed by Linda Terebaugh e Mike Terebaugh, with creative supervision by Dean deblois to maintain the style of the films.

Synopsis: After the events of the first film, Hiccup and his friends open the Dragon Academy, where they learn to train, care for, and fight alongside their creatures. At the same time, new threats emerge — including hunters and villains who want to use the dragons for evil.

Dragons: Riders of Berk is not available for streaming.

Dragons: Defenders of Berk – Season 2 (2012 – 2014)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: TBD | IMDB: 7,9

Original title: Dragons: Defenders of Berk

Dragons: Defenders of Berk is the second season of the animated series that began in Berk Pilots, also displayed by cartoon network. The story directly continues the first season, and deepens the universe of the island of Berk, introduces new species of dragons, presents more elaborate villains, and sets the stage for the events of How to Train Your Dragon 2.

Synopsis: This season we follow the young Vikings as they face increasingly greater challenges, including the appearance of new dragons, mysterious artifacts and dangerous enemies.

Dragons: Defenders of Berk is not available for streaming.

Dragons: The Origin of Dragon Racing (2014)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: TBD | IMDB: 6,7

Original title: Dragons: Dawn of the Dragon Racers

Dragons: The Origin of Dragon Racing is a short film directed by Elaine Bogan which shows how the traditional competition on the island of Berk came about, an event that would become important for later events in the franchise.

Synopsis: The plot shows how one of Berk's most beloved traditions came about: the Dragon Races. While Hiccup and Snotlout train for the big annual race by capturing sheep, a debate begins among the academy friends: after all, who came up with the original idea for the competition? Each one has their own version of the story, and it is Astrid who decides to investigate in depth to find out who really made the race an official event on the island.

Dragons: The Origin of Dragon Racing is not available for streaming.

Dragons: Race to the Edge – Season 1 to 6 (2015 – 2018)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: TBD | IMDB: 8,2

Original title: Dragons: Race to the Edge

Dragons: Race to the Edge is an animated series produced for Netflix, which takes place between the events of the films How to Train Your Dragon e How to Train Your Dragon 2.

Synopsis: The plot follows Hiccup and his group on a journey beyond the borders of Berk. Using an artifact called the Dragon's Eye, they explore new islands, discover new species of dragons and face more complex villains, such as Viggo and Ryker Grimborn.

Available in Netflix.

How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014)

Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | Metacritic: 77 | IMDB: 7,8

Original title: How to Train Your Dragon 2

How to Train Your Dragon 2 is the second feature film in the franchise, directed by Dean deblois. The film received widespread critical acclaim, grossing over $600M monthly at the worldwide box office and was nominated for the Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film.

Synopsis: Five years after the events of the first film, Hiccup is now a young explorer who explores new lands alongside Toothless. During a mission, he meets someone from his past and discovers a global threat involving a villain who controls dragons to form an army.

Available on Prime Video.

How to Train Your Dragon 3 (2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | Metacritic: 71 | IMDB: 7,4

Original title: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World

How to Train Your Dragon 3Directed by Dean deblois, is the last film in the original trilogy. The production grossed more than $520M monthly at the box office and was nominated for the Oscar and Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film.

Synopsis: With Berk becoming increasingly populated and hunter attacks intensifying, Hiccup searches for a safe new home for the dragons. Along the way, he meets the Light Fury, a partner for Toothless, and is faced with the challenge of leading his people and making decisions that could change their future forever.

Available on Prime Video.

How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming (2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: 00 | IMDB: 7,3

Original title: How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming

How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming is a holiday special set after the events of the third film. The short, which serves as an epilogue to the trilogy, was directed by Tim johnson.

Synopsis: In the plot, Hiccup and Astrid try to keep the memory of dragons alive among the new residents of Berk, especially for their children, who have never met the creatures.

How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming is not available for streaming.

Dragons – Rescue Team (2019–2022)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: TBD | IMDB: 5,9

Original title: Dragons: Rescue Riders

Dragons: Rescue Team is an animated series derived from the main franchise, released by DreamWorks na Netflix. Aimed at children, the production presents a new generation of characters, with light and educational episodes. The series is not directly connected to the story of Hiccup and Toothless, and adopts a different visual style than that already known in the films and shorts of the original trilogy.

Synopsis: Follow the adventures of Dak and Leyla, twin brothers raised by dragons who have a rare ability: they can communicate with them. Alongside a team of young dragons, the two embark on rescue missions throughout the village of Huttsgalor, helping both humans and winged creatures.

Available in Netflix.

Dragons: The Nine Realms (2021–2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: TBD | Metacritic: TBD | IMDB: 5,3

Original title: Dragons: The Nine Realms

Dragons: The Nine Realms is an animated series released by DreamWorks in partnership with Hulu and Peacock. Aimed at children and young people, the production divided opinions among older fans; even so, it helped to keep the franchise's universe alive for a new generation.

Synopsis: The story takes place 1300 years after dragons became nothing more than legends. Or so everyone thought — until a huge rift appears, leading a group of teenagers, led by Tom (son of renowned scientist Olivia Kullerson), to an isolated research base. There, they discover that dragons still exist, and now they must do everything they can to protect this secret at all costs. As they bond with new creatures, they also face dangers in a modern world that has forgotten them.

Available in Prime Video.

How to Train Your Dragon Live-Action (2025)

O live action de How to Train Your Dragon had its official premiere in Brazilian cinemas in June 12. In less than two weeks, the film surpassed the mark of $350M monthly at the worldwide box office. The film faithfully portrays the events of the first film in the trilogy, released in 2010, and was directed by Dean deblois, responsible for the original version. He returned to lead the project to ensure that the essence of the story was maintained.

The soundtrack, signed by John powell, was also preserved, reinforcing the link with the original animation.

You can check out the official soundtrack, available on Spotify:

In the cast, Mason Thames plays Hiccup, and Nico Parker, Astrid. Gerard Butler, who voiced Stoick, Hiccup's father, in the animated film, reprises his role in the adaptation. The cast also includes Nick Frost, Julian Denison, Gabriel Howell, Bronwyn James, Harry Trevaldwyn e Ruth Codd.

The release rekindled public interest in the franchise, also winning over new fans. The reception was very positive from both critics and audiences, especially due to its fidelity to the original animation. Rotten Tomatoes, the film features 77% critical approval rating e 98% of the audience. Already in Metacritic, the note is 61, while in IMDb the evaluation is in 8,1 up until the time of publication of this article.

Even before the premiere, Dean deblois had already confirmed a live-action sequel. The adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon 2 is scheduled to hit theaters in June 11th, 2027, exactly two years after the release of the remake of the first film.

The live-action of How to Train Your Dragon is available in cinemas.

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Text revised by Alexandre Marques in 24 / 06 / 2025.

Source: DreamWorks.