Gerard Butler: The 300 star will reprise one of his most famous roles

A familiar face appears in the live-action adaptation of the DreamWorks Animation franchise, Dragons. Indeed, according to Deadline , Gerard Butler, who voiced the stoic father known as “Rough,” Harold in the original VO films, is reprising the role this time around in live action. But he’s not the only one who’s back: Dean DeBlois, the director of the animated franchise, will sign his first live-action film. He will also write the screenplay based on Cressida Cowell’s books.

However, young Mason Thames (For All Mankind, Black Phone) and Nico Parker (The Last Of Us, Dumbo) were cast as Harold and Astrid. The studio opted for new faces here, as the actors who previously voiced the English characters, Jay Baruchel and America Ferrera, are now much older than the latter.

• Dragons 4: Release, Info, Casting… Everything You Need to Know About Dreamworks’ Live-Action Adaptation

But for that Gerard Butler, the opportunity was too good not to see him in the flesh as Stoic, a Viking commander who is also a single father trying his best to raise his son alone. Known for his action roles such as the White House Down franchise and his role in 300 dragons (since 2010) has always been a fan favorite: it’s an opportunity to pay true homage to the character and the original cast.

Gerard Butler remains one of Hollywood’s busiest stars. In 2023, we can find him in the thrillers Mayday and Kandahar.

• ‘I Destroyed My Body’: Gerard Butler Risks His Health For This Action Movie Available On Netflix

I will remind you, Saga dragons Set in the Viking world, it follows the adventures of a young Hiccup who befriends an injured dragon named Toothless. Since their debut in 2010, the duo has become iconic, and their story has captivated fans through three films that have grossed more than $1.6 billion.

A live-action adaptation of Dragons is scheduled for June 11, 2025 in France.