The live-action CGI dragons in Universal’s next blockbuster diverge greatly from the animated franchise.

His sleek black, scaly design is perfect for showing the speed and power of a Night Fury.

Also, of course, no teeth unless he’s hungry, scared, or angry!

How to train your dragon animated toothless vs live action toothless

The new live-action version of Stormfly might have the most drastic aesthetic differences from the original.

Her face takes on a new shape, with a longer front horn and differently oriented venom spikes.

This CGI version has a crocodile-like jaw with a thicker neck and massive spikes on its back.

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The Gruesome Gronckle is sticking to form in the 2025 live-action remake.

How to Train Your Dragonhits theaters on June 13, 2025.

Stormfly in How to Train Your Dragon.

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