How to Train Your Dragon Live-Action Hits Lowest Rotten Score

The live-action How to Train Your Dragon movie has received mixed reviews and currently holds the lowest Rotten Tomatoes score in the entire franchise. This new film is a remake of the 2010 animated feature, which itself was based on Cressida Cowell’s 2003 book. The original animated movie had two sequels and was widely praised for its story and animation.

Critics are divided about the remake. Many wonder why the movie was made since it closely follows the original without adding much new. Some reviewers find the remake too faithful to the original, making it feel unnecessary. The film’s director, who also worked on the original, is said to offer little new in this version. Others feel that while the remake has good moments, it fails to capture the magic of the animated film.

Some positive notes include the performances during flying scenes and the musical score. The live-action version also deepens the character of Hiccup and makes the dragons more frightening, which some critics appreciated. However, many say that using real actors and sets makes the story feel heavier compared to the lively animation.

As of now, the live-action How to Train Your Dragon has an 80% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 80 reviews. This is notably lower than the original film’s 99% rating. The sequels also scored highly with 92% and 90% ratings. The remake’s score may change as more reviews come in after the movie’s full release on June 13, 2025.

The lower rating for this remake shows a shift in how the franchise is received by audiences and critics. The original animated movies set a high standard and remain favorites for many. This live-action film offers fans a new way to see the story but does not seem to match the original’s success.