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How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019): Cast & Where to Watch

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019) movie poster

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World is a 2019 animated comedy directed by Dean DeBlois, starring Jay Baruchel as Hiccup, America Ferrera and Jonah Hill. It brings to the screen characters from How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes and earned $540 million worldwide on a $129 million budget. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and 71 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

IMDb rating
7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
90%
worldwide gross
$540M
award nominations
6
Where to watch Watch the trailer
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 44m (104 min)
Director
Dean DeBlois
Genres
Action , Adventure , Fantasy , Comedy
Original language
English
Studio
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation
Budget
$129M
Based on
How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World About?

The premise of How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

As chief of Berk, Hiccup has built a thriving dragon sanctuary with Astrid. However, the appearance of the mysterious Light Fury signals a new danger, leading Hiccup and Toothless to journey into the legendary Hidden World. Facing an ancient threat, they must leave their cherished home and embark on a perilous quest to protect the dragons and the people they love, ultimately deciding the future of both species.

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Themes & Keywords

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  • sword and fantasy
  • dragon rider
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  • heroine
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  • long haired female
  • cg animation
  • cgi animation
  • viking
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  • overpopulation
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  • fire
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Where to watch

Where to Watch How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World

Rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Cast & Characters

Jay Baruchel leads the cast as Hiccup, with America Ferrera as Astrid and Jonah Hill as Snotlout. Directed by Dean DeBlois; 13 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and 71 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 75/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).

75 /100

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Echo Score Breakdown

In balance, The Hidden World excels in visual craftsmanship and delivers touching emotional moments, but its narrative unevenness and familiar plot elements limit its impact. Critics consistently praise the film’s refined animation and immersive settings, while noting that the story falters when focusing on human characters. User reactions highlight a satisfying conclusion yet lament occasional staleness in pacing and character consistency. Overall, the film offers a polished finale with strong visuals but stops short of franchise-defining ambition.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of art and craft, The Hidden World stands out for its striking animated environments and meticulously detailed creature designs. Reviewers praised the film’s sophisticated color palettes and seamless integration of light and shadow, noting that each frame feels deliberately composed. User feedback echoes this admiration for visual flair. Altogether, the film offers notably refined artistry throughout.

  • Character & Emotion 70

    When it comes to character and emotion, the film delivers gentle warmth through Hiccup and Toothless’s bond, though it lacks a profoundly transformative arc. Critics note that emotional moments are understated, failing to reach the series’ earlier peaks. Some users report genuine tears at the conclusion, while others find human relationships underdeveloped. Ultimately, character depth feels moderate, offering sentimental touches without profound resonance.

  • Story & Flow 65

    In terms of story and flow, The Hidden World provides a coherent conclusion but leans on familiar series conventions. Critics highlight uneven pacing, especially in human-centered sequences, and point to a predictable narrative that stalls before the finale. Users describe moments of staleness mingled with a satisfying closing payoff. Net, the plot remains serviceable yet falls short in originality and narrative momentum.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    When considering sensory experience, the film excels in its audiovisual presentation with an engaging score and immersive sound design. Reviewers emphasize the lush orchestral themes and dynamic audio mixing that enhance sweeping visuals. Users similarly commend the balance between sound effects and musical cues. In sum, the sensory elements are a standout strength, elevating the film’s immersive qualities.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    In terms of rewatch factor, the film offers intermittent enjoyment but limited incentive for repeated viewing. Critics praise its polished visuals and satisfying ending but note a lack of fresh discoveries on subsequent watches. User opinions vary, with some finding emotional moments worth revisiting, while others consider the experience more disposable. Overall, replay value is moderate, driven primarily by visual appeal and franchise loyalty.

Plot

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film begins aboard a dragon trapper ship, where Hiccup and his trusty dragon, Toothless, stealthily infiltrate to rescue captured dragons. Clad in protective dragon scale suits, they are joined by their friends: Astrid, Snotlout, Fishlegs, Ruffnut, and Tuffnut, racing in on their dragons to confront the trappers. Their daring mission succeeds as they free the dragons, but unbeknownst to them, one dragon remains behind.

Full summary

The whole story of How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Box Office & Budget

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World grossed $540 million worldwide on a $129 million budget, 4.2 times what it cost. $160.9 million came from the US and Canada and $379 million (70%) from the rest of the world.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$540M

4.2× its budget

US & Canada
$160.9M
International
$379M
Budget
$129M
US & Canada 30% Rest of the world 70%
Awards

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Awards & Nominations

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World was nominated for 1 Oscar. The 6 nominations come from 6 ceremonies.

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Videos

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Trailers & Videos

7 videos: 4 trailers, 2 clips and 1 behind-the-scenes video.

All 7 videos
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD | Official Trailer
  • Trailer HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD | Official Trailer
  • Trailer HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD | Official Trailer 2
  • Trailer How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World | Trailer | Own it 5/7 on Digital, 5/21 on Blu-ray & DVD
  • Clip HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD | NYCC Exclusive Clip
Quiz

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Details

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Also Known As

59 alternative titles, including “Dragons 3” and “How to Train Your Dragon 3”.

Also known as
  • Dragons 3
  • How to Train Your Dragon 3
  • Sådan træner du din drage: Den skjulte verden
  • How to Train Your Dragon 3 - The Hidden World
  • 드래곤 길들이기3
  • Dragon Trainer 3
  • Dragon Trainer 3 - Il mondo nascosto
  • ΠΩΣ ΝΑ ΕΚΠΑΙΔΕΥΣΕΤΕ ΤΟ ΔΡΑΚΟ ΣΑΣ 3
  • Dragons 3: Le monde caché
  • Drachenzähmen leicht gemacht 3 - Die geheime Welt
  • Dragetreneren 3
  • Como Treinares o Teu Dragão 3
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  • How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World 3D
  • Ako si vycvičiť draka - Skrytý svet
  • Ako si vycvičiť draka 3
  • Ako si vycvičiť draka: Skrytý svet
  • Draktränaren 3
  • Kuidas taltsutada lohet 3
  • How to Train Your Dragon։ The Hidden World
  • Como entrenar a tu Dragon 3
  • Hoe tem je een draak 3
  • Como Treinar o Seu Dragão 3: O Mundo Escondido
  • Kako izdresirati zmaja 3: Skriveni svijet
  • 驯龙高手3
  • 馴龍記3
  • Drachenzähmen leicht gemacht 3: Die geheime Welt
  • Как приручить дракона 3
  • Como Treinares o Teu Dragão - O Mundo Secreto
  • Cum să-ți dresezi dragonul 3
  • Dragons 3 : Le monde caché
  • Dragon Trainer - Il mondo nascosto
  • הדרקון הראשון שלי 3: העולם הנסתר
  • Como Treinar o Seu Dragão 3
  • Как да си дресираш дракон: Тайнственият свят
  • Як приборкати дракона 3: Прихований світ
  • Cómo entrenar a tu dragón 3
  • Πώς να Εκπαιδεύσετε το Δράκο σας 3
  • 드래곤 길들이기 3
  • Sådan træner du din drage 3
  • Így neveld a sárkányodat 3.
  • 馴龍高手3
  • Ejderhanı Nasıl Eğitirsin 3: Gizli Dünya
  • Jak vycvičit draka 3
  • Како да дресирате свог змаја 3
  • Jak wytresować smoka 3
  • 馴龍記 3
  • อภินิหารไวกิ้งพิชิตมังกร 3
  • Com ensinistrar un drac 3
  • Näin koulutat lohikäärmeesi 3
  • كيف تروض تنينك العالم الخفي, როგორ მოვარჯულოთ დრაკონი: დამალული სამყარო
  • Kā pieradināt pūķi 3
  • Dragons : Le monde caché
  • हाउ टू ट्रेन यूअर ड्रैगन
  • Kaip prisijaukinti slibiną 3
  • Kako izuriti svojega zmaja 3: Skriti svet
  • Bí Kíp Luyện Rồng: Vùng Đất Bí Ẩn
  • Як прыручыць дракона 3: Утоены свет
  • مربی اژدهای ۳
  • ヒックとドラゴン 聖地への冒険

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FAQ

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World FAQ: Where to Watch & Cast

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, each answered in a sentence.

How long is How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World?

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

When was How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World released?

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World was released on February 22, 2019.

Who directed How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World?

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World was directed by Dean DeBlois.

More films by Dean DeBlois

Who is in the cast of How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World?

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World stars Jay Baruchel as Hiccup, America Ferrera as Astrid and Jonah Hill as Snotlout, among 13 credited actors.

Where can I watch How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World?

In the US, How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World make at the box office?

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World grossed $540 million worldwide ($160.9 million domestic, $379 million international) on a budget of $129 million.

How is How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World rated?

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World has 7.4/10 on IMDb, 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, 71 on Metacritic and 77% on TMDB.

Was How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World nominated for any awards?

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World received 6 nominations across 6 ceremonies.

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