All The How To Train Your Dragon Movies In Order

Okay, let's talk about How to Train Your Dragon. You know, that movie series with the surprisingly deep lore? It's about Vikings, dragons, and a whole lot of feels.

The OG: How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

This one's a classic, right? We meet Hiccup, a lanky Viking teen who's more brains than brawn. Then there's Toothless, a Night Fury dragon who's basically a giant, winged cat.

Hiccup and Toothless become best buds. They change the whole Viking-dragon dynamic. Honestly, this movie set the bar pretty darn high.

My Hot Take: It's Still the Best.

Don't @ me. The animation? Groundbreaking. The story? Heartwarming and surprisingly complex. It's just... perfect.

The other movies are good too. But this one has a certain magic.

How to Train Your Dragon 2 (2014)

Years have passed. Hiccup and Toothless are older, wiser, and still flying around. They stumble upon a whole new dragon-filled world. And Hiccup meets his long-lost mom!

Things get dark, real fast. There's a villain, Drago Bludvist, who's obsessed with controlling dragons. Someone major dies. (Cue the tears!)

This movie expands the world beautifully. It shows the consequences of war. But... it's also where I started to feel a little disconnected.

Unpopular Opinion Alert! It's Good, But... Overstuffed?

There's just so much going on. New characters, a huge plot, a tragic death. It felt like they were trying to cram everything into one movie.

Maybe I'm just sensitive. But I missed the simple charm of the first one.

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

Here, Hiccup is now chief. He struggles with the responsibilities of leadership. Toothless falls in love with a Light Fury! So cute!

Another villain shows up. But honestly, I can't even remember his name. The main focus is on finding the Hidden World, a sanctuary for dragons.

Spoiler alert: they find it. And in the end, dragons and Vikings separate. It's bittersweet.

Another Unpopular Opinion: It's... Fine?

Don't get me wrong, it's a visually stunning movie. The Hidden World is gorgeous. But the plot felt a bit predictable.

The villain was forgettable. The emotional impact wasn't as strong as the first two. I felt underwhelmed.

The Shorts and TV Series

Let's not forget the shorts and TV series! Dragons: Riders of Berk, Dragons: Defenders of Berk, and Dragons: Race to the Edge.

These are great for expanding the lore. They fill in the gaps between the movies. Plus, more Toothless is always a good thing.

They're worth a watch if you're a hardcore fan. Just don't expect the same level of cinematic magic.

Final Thoughts: A Dragon-Sized Legacy

The How to Train Your Dragon series is a cultural phenomenon. It's touched the hearts of millions. It tackles themes of friendship, acceptance, and loss.

Even if I have some... controversial opinions. I still love these movies. They're a reminder that even the most different beings can find common ground. And fly really, really fast.

So go rewatch them! And maybe, just maybe, you'll agree with me on a few points. Or not. Either way, happy dragon-training!