How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014)
📌 Available on Prime Video and Netflix and Paramount+🛡️ Parental guidance PG
📖 Story
Five years of peace between dragons and Vikings shatter when Hiccup and Toothless uncover a hidden world that challenges everything they thought they knew. How to Train Your Dragon 2 weaves an intimate story of discovery and loss as Hiccup confronts his past while facing a ruthless conqueror determined to weaponize dragons for war. With Berk's survival hanging in the balance, Hiccup must transform from adventurer into the leader his people desperately need, proving that true power lies not in control, but in understanding.
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A bigger and more mature family adventure
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Strong recommendation
EnergyEnergetic and epic
ToneExciting, emotional, and warm
ExperienceA sequel that expands Berk and the dragon world, pushing Hiccup from youthful discovery toward leadership, responsibility, and protecting the people he loves.
Best suited forBest for viewers who enjoy family animation with adventure, human-animal bonds, emotional stakes, and a strong coming-of-age angle.
What to expect from this title?Expect a larger adventure than the first film, sweeping flight scenes, a clearer conflict, and emotional moments that may feel intense for very young children.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Parental guidance
📌 MPAA
Suitable for family viewing with parental guidance, mainly because of fantasy adventure peril, mild action tension, and emotional moments within a family animated story.
Runtime
102 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorDean DeBlois
WritingDean DeBlois
CastJay BaruchelCate BlanchettGerard ButlerCraig FergusonAmerica Ferrera
ProductionBonnie ArnoldDean DeBloisChris SandersJeffrey Katzenberg
MusicJohn PowellJeremy BowkerAlexander Rybak
CinematographyKevin EstradaGil Zimmerman
Where to watch How to Train Your Dragon 2
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Now available through 27 official offers on 4 platforms
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✨Availability Snapshot27 offers
How to Train Your Dragon 2 is currently listed across official watch options including Prime Video, Netflix, Paramount+ and Apple TV.
Subscription access may be available through Prime Video and Netflix, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 5.99 GBP on Prime Video.
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
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🚀Blockbuster4.29x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue strongly outpaced the production cost
The release multiplied its reported budget into a standout box office result.
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Blockbuster result
💹 Return multiple: 4.29x📈 ROI: +329%🧾 Blockbuster
💰Budget
$145M145 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$621.5M621.5 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🚀Commercial gap
+$476.5M+476.5 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🚀Return multiple
4.29x4.29x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Budget: $145M • Revenue: $621.5M • Commercial gap: +$476.5M ROI +329%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Multiplied its budget strongly.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Jay Baruchel
Hiccup (voice)
Cate Blanchett
Valka (voice)
Gerard Butler
Stoick (voice)
Craig Ferguson
Gobber (voice)
America Ferrera
Astrid (voice)
Jonah Hill
Snotlout (voice)
Christopher Mintz-Plasse
Fishlegs (voice)
T.J. Miller
Tuffnut (voice)
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Kristen Wiig
Ruffnut (voice)
Djimon Hounsou
Drago (voice)
Kit Harington
Eret (voice)
Kieron Elliott
Hoark the Haggard (voice)
Philip McGrade
Starkard (voice)
Andrew Ableson
Ug (voice)
Director: Dean DeBlois
❓ FAQ
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1What is How to Train Your Dragon 2 about?
The story takes place years after Vikings and dragons have made peace in Berk, as Hiccup and Toothless discover a wider dragon world and face Drago, who wants to control the dragons.
2Is How to Train Your Dragon 2 suitable for kids?
Yes, it is generally suitable for family viewing with parental guidance. It is rated PG and includes fantasy adventure peril, mild action tension, and emotional moments.
3Where can I watch How to Train Your Dragon 2?
According to CinemaHook’s current data, the film is listed across official options including Prime Video, Netflix, Paramount+, and Apple TV. Availability may vary by country and offer type.
4Who directed How to Train Your Dragon 2?
The film was directed by Dean DeBlois, with voice performances by Jay Baruchel, Cate Blanchett, Gerard Butler, America Ferrera, and Djimon Hounsou.
5Is How to Train Your Dragon 2 better than the first movie?
It depends on the viewer. The first film is simpler and more magical as an introduction, while the sequel is bigger, more emotional, and more mature in its conflict.
6Is How to Train Your Dragon 2 worth watching?
Yes. It is worth watching for fans of animation and family adventure, especially because of its dragon world, the bond between Hiccup and Toothless, and its mix of fun and emotion.
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