Archive · 16 Jun 2025
Gerard Butler's Presence on 'How to Train Your Dragon' Set
The actor Gerard Butler, dressed as the Viking Stoick for the 'How to Train Your Dragon' remake, made the other actors feel nervous.
The actor playing Hiccup, Mason Thames, said that Butler's appearance and costume made everyone cower.
Butler's outfit, a very realistic costume, was also really heavy, causing him discomfort.
The movie is about Hiccup and his friendship with a dragon, which creates conflict in his village.
Gerard Butler's commanding presence on the 'How to Train Your Dragon' set made cast and crew feel nervous.
Mason Thames, playing Hiccup, described Butler's costume and demeanor as intimidating.
The cast and crew began calling Butler 'chief' due to his realistic portrayal of Stoick.
Butler's costume weighed 92 pounds, causing him physical discomfort during filming.
The film's synopsis tells of Hiccup's friendship with a dragon and the resulting challenges.
- Who
- Gerard Butler and the cast and crew of 'How to Train Your Dragon'.
- What
- Gerard Butler's impact on the set of 'How to Train Your Dragon'.
- When
- The film was released on June 13.
- Where
- The set of the live-action remake of 'How to Train Your Dragon'.
- Why
- To highlight Butler's performance and the film's production.
On-Set Experience
Film Reception
Performance Impact
On-Set Experience
Cast felt intimidated by Butler's presence
Film Reception
Butler's portrayal of Stoick was well-received by the cast and crew
- Film Title
- How to Train Your Dragon
- Actor Playing Stoick
- Gerard Butler
- Actor Playing Hiccup
- Mason Thames
- Butler's Costume Weight
- 92 pounds
- Director
- Dean DeBlois
- Release Date
- June 13
