How to Train Your Dragon (2025)
How to Train Your Dragon is streaming in the US on Netflix.
The verdict
How to Train Your Dragon landed among the stronger English films of its release window. It's sitting at 7.9/10 on TMDB across 3,137 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. The 125-minute runtime sits in the comfortable middle. In the US you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 2h 5m on it?
2h 5m of English fantasy with a family streak, fine for the whole family. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- Currently 7.9/10 from 3,137 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- invented rules and maps put you off
- Best for
- An evening with the household together
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 5m |
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Fantasy / Family |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Dean DeBlois
Cast
Where to watch in the US
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of Sep 27, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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