How to Train Your Dragon (Single Disc Edition) | 
| Director: Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders
Actors: Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler
Studio: DreamWorks
Category: DVD
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Rating:  87 reviews
Sales Rank: 47
Format: AC-3, Animated, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
Language: English (Unknown)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Discs: 1
Running Time: 98 Minutes
UPC: 097361196947
EAN: 0097361196947
ASIN: B002ZG97YM
Theatrical Release Date: March 26, 2010
Release Date: October 15, 2010 (In 36 Days)
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A winning mixture of adventure, slapstick comedy, and friendship, How to Train Your Dragon rivals Kung Fu Panda as the most engaging and satisfying film DreamWorks Animation has produced. Hiccup (voice by Jay Baruchel) is a failure as a Viking: skinny, inquisitive, and inventive, he asks questions and tries out unsuccessful contraptions when he's supposed to be fighting the dragons that attack his village. His father, chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler), has pretty much given up on his teenage son and apprenticed him to blacksmith Gobber (Craig Ferguson). Worse, Hiccup knows the village loser hasn't a chance of impressing Astrid (America Ferrera), the girl of his dreams and a formidable dragon fighter in her own right. When one of Hiccup's inventions actually works, he hasn't the heart to kill the young dragon he's brought down. He names it Toothless and befriends it, although he's been taught to fear and loathe dragons. Codirectors and cowriters Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois, who made Disney's delightful Lilo and Stitch, provide plenty of action, including vertiginous flying sequences, but they balance the pyrotechnics with moments of genuine warmth that make the viewer root for Hiccup's success. Many DreamWorks films get laughs from sitcom one-liners and topical pop culture references; as the humor in Dragon comes from the characters' personalities, it feels less timely and more timeless. Toothless chases the spot of sunlight reflected off Hiccup's hammer like a giant cat with a laser pointer; Hiccup uses his newly found knowledge (and an icky smoked eel) to defeat two small dragons--and impress the other kids. How to Train Your Dragon will be just as enjoyable 10 or 20 years from now as it is today. (Rated PG: suitable for ages 8 and older, violence, some intense action and scary dragons) --Charles Solomon
Product Description
Get ready for fire-breathing adventure on an epic scale in Dreamworks Animation’s How to Train Your Dragon. Hiccup is a young Viking who defies convention when he befriends one of his deadliest foes — a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless. But humans and dragons are supposed to be mortal enemies, not buddies, and this unlikely pair must overcome many obstacles and one ultimate challenge - to save both their worlds. So sit back and let your imagination take flight in a captivating and exhilarating thrill-ride that’s a heart-warming – and heart-pounding - “must-see for the whole family!” (Scott Mantz, Access Hollywood).
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 Hiccup & Toothless: Enjoyable Ride from the Directors of "Lilo & Stitch" September 10, 2010
Tsuyoshi (Kyoto, Japan)
"How to Train Your Dragon" is a fantasy adventure film from DreamWorks Animation. Unlike hilarious "Shrek" (I'm talking about the first one), the company's new computer animated film does not rearrange or subvert the genre's conventions much. Instead, with the straightforward narrative suitable for the material, "How to Train Your Dragon" tells a good story in a compelling way; in short, thrilling actions, likable characters and great animation.
Set in the Viking village of Berk, the story begins with a young boy Hiccup (voice by Jay Baruchel, "The Sorcerer's Apprentice"), who wants to be a real warrior, despite his obvious lack of skills, if not courage. One night, during the dragons' attacks on his village, Hiccup sets out to fight on his own with a weapon of his own making though his father and village leader Stoick (Gerard Butler) orders him to stay inside. Hiccup's reckless action results in the friendship between him and a wounded dragon the Night Fury or "Toothless."
The story takes an unexpected turn when Hiccup realizes that dragons "have to" raid the village. The film is orthodox in its storytelling - a son who wants to impress his father, a feisty girl who wants to prove herself, rivalry and romance between them, etc. - but with the well-drawn characters you relate to, the film is never boring. Also, the film's exciting aerial sequences should not be missed.
"How to Train Your Dragon" is directed by Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders, a team known for their joyful Disney animation film "Lilo & Stitch." The film adaptation of "How to Train Your Dragon" is exactly what you expect from the creators of those two lovable characters. Enjoy the ride.
 Where's the Digital copy? September 7, 2010
Donna Alzaga (Longview, TX)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I loved the movie--- loved it so much that I ended up reading the 7 books the movie is based from. The movie is definitely "inspired" from the books and Dreamsworks was successful in crafting their own version that would fit 1 feature length film.
My gripe is that in purchasing this blu-ray, there is no digital copy. Unlike Disney/Pixar, their blu ray releases automatically comes in with a regular dvd and digital copy. Dreamworks, please step it up for your customers.
For both adults and children August 29, 2010
Ariella Vaccarino (Los Angeles)
This movie is great fun. They manage to keep even the scary moments kind of "cute" so it is not too much for young children. I really enjoyed it and so did my children.
Great movie! August 28, 2010
Moon Flower
I have several kids so I watch ALOT of kids movies. This was one of the best recent movies that is safe for kids. We saw it twice in theaters, and will watch it again when it comes out on dvd. Great all around movie.
How to understand creatures and finally come into our own August 27, 2010
Patrick B. Holmes (Pittsburgh, PA)
My Godson and I saw this in 3-D and it was nothing short of a tear-jerker, a laugh fest and rooting for the underdog who finally wins over the non-believers & the girl of his dreams as well as his father - the person he desperately wants to impress and prove himself to more than anyone. The 3-D effects along with the color & graphics blended with rich scenery were mind blowing and I had to actually look away during some of the battle scenes (yes, it was THAT intense for me). Gerard Butler made excellent use of his scottish brough and Craig Ferguson is showing his skills as a voice-over talent. A must-have DVD for anybody of any age. Totally worth multiple watches and an excellent timeless lesson of love, friendship, persistence and courage. Two thumbs and two big toes WAY UP!!!!!!
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