7.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
How to Train Your Dragon (2025)
How to Train Your Dragon (2025)
Overview
On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup stands apart, defying centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
Female Combat: Yes
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
7.4
Overview
On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup stands apart, defying centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly promotes progressive ideology by critiquing out-group prejudice and advocating for empathy, understanding, and peace over traditional conflict and fear of the 'other.'
The film incorporates intentional racial diversity within its Viking community, an aspect that has drawn commentary regarding its motivation. The narrative explores themes of generational conflict and the importance of empathy and understanding, subtly critiquing traditional mindsets without explicitly portraying traditional identities negatively.
Secondary
The film features Astrid, a capable Viking warrior. In one scene, she physically subdues Hiccup in a direct confrontation, demonstrating her physical prowess and skill.
The film's narrative promotes themes of acceptance, understanding, compassion, and reconciliation, which are explicitly stated to align with Christian values of peace and love. While not overtly religious, the movie's moral framework affirms virtues associated with Christianity.
How to Train Your Dragon (2025) does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on universal themes such as friendship and overcoming prejudice, without addressing LGBTQ+ representation directly in its story or character dynamics.
The film "How to Train Your Dragon" (2025) does not feature any explicit portrayal of transsexual characters or themes within its narrative or character development. Available information, including promotional materials, indicates no representation of the trans community. Therefore, the net impact is N/A due to the absence of depiction.
The provided information discusses the film's portrayal of gender roles and female characters like Astrid, who remain female. There is no indication that any canonically established character from the "How to Train Your Dragon" franchise has undergone a gender swap in this adaptation.
The provided information indicates the 2025 film will feature a racially diverse community with new characters from various regions, forming an international coalition. However, it does not state that any established, legacy characters from the original animated series, whose race was previously depicted, have been portrayed as a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.8
8.0
Critic Ratings
7.7
6.1
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