#SPOTTED: DEAN DEBLOIS IN TORONTO FOR “HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON”

Toronto got a huge a surprise following a special Advance Screening of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON, the live-action version of the beloved animated film that became a Franchise. Director Dean DeBlois made an appearance following the screening participating in a Q&A for the eagerly-awaited film. The Sheridan College alumni also is know for having written LILO & STITCH, which also is seeing a huge resurgence in popularity too with its live-action adaptation.

Though unpublicized, Jay Baruchel, who starred in the animated films, also came out to show support in the audience!

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DeBlois told the audience a few interesting tidbits:

•A sequel to this first live-action film already is in the works
•Cate Blanchett is actively being sought; she voiced Valka Haddock in the animated films
•DeBlois got to keep Gerard Butler‘s sword as a keepsake after filming wrapped

Universal Pictures Canada release HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON in theatres June 13, 2025.

(Photo credit: Justin Waldman/Mr. Will Wong/Universal Pictures Canada)