Gerard Butler’s Journey with How to Train Your Dragon

Famous for his remarkable roles in blockbuster films like ‘300’ and ‘Dracula 2000’, the talented Gerard Butler had been initially doubtful about reprising his character of Stoick the Vast in the sequel to critically acclaimed animated film, “How to Train Your Dragon.” The original movie, released in 2010, became seriously popular, earning an Oscar nomination for the Best Animated Feature. Imagine that!

Doubts with Dragons, Sequels, and High Standards

Given the mega success of the original film, a whole media franchise was created, complete with two sequels and even a new live-action reboot coming soon. But even with this success, Butler was having second thoughts. He wasn’t sure if a sequel could match up to the trippy standards set by the first film.

In a chat with Collider, our hero Butler spoke of his admiration for the first movie, going so far as to call it one of his all-time favorites. But, the sequel had him worried. Being well aware of the love and applause that the original movie had received, Butler was anxious about whether the sequel could live up to this tsunami of expectations.

How a Dragon Sequel Settled Its Scores

But wait for it, as our story takes a thrilling turn. As he spent time watching and experiencing the sequel, Butler’s worries faded away. Not only did the sequel manage to match the first movie, he felt it trumped it in lots of ways. High praise indeed! Butler then found himself in awe of the sequel’s ability to stretch the boundaries and evolve the original ideas in really cool ways. He even declared it better than the first.

That’s not all – he credited the sequel’s excellent quality to improved animation. Going gaga over the sequel’s visuals, he felt the movie made fantastic use of latest technology to take us all on a visionary ride. But it wasn’t all about the eye candy – our star appreciated the smart and brave way the movie featured darker themes, while keeping the thrill and emotional connect intact.

The Feeling of Watching with Fans

Now, here’s something sweet. Butler loved watching the sequel along with audiences, saying that it was a really deep and special experience. Being a part of this epic journey fills him with gratitude. And guess what? The journey isn’t over! Our beloved Stoick the Vast will be back in the upcoming live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon, which will be out on June 13, 2025.

Conclusion – Gerard Butler: From Doubt to Pride

If you’re a fan you can watch the whole How to Train Your Dragon series on Prime Video. Looking back, Butler’s initial doubts about the sequel were completely blown away, replaced by feelings of pride and awesomeness. Even though he was unsure at first, seeing the sequel’s success helped him find a whole new level of respect and appreciation for the project. In his eyes, the movie did a wonderful job pushing the envelope and delivering a unique, captivating visual adventure that audiences around the world have loved. So, here’s to How to Train Your Dragon’s awesomeness and Gerard Butler’s unwavering commitment!