DreamWorks and Universal’s live-action remake ofHow to Train Your Dragonhas already become one of the hottest films of thesummer of 2025. After the original 2010 film introduced audiences to the epic animated tale of Hiccup and Toothless, director Dean DeBlois brought the duo back to cinemas in his realistic, awe-inspiring adaptation, reinvigorating the franchise for modern audiences.

Though a sequel has already been set to premiere in 2027, audiences may be anxious to see more pieces of fantasy cinema just like it in the meantime. While it’s easy to suggest watching the originalHow to Train Your Dragonfilm trilogy, there are plenty of similar live-action movies that can satisfy fans’ hunger.

Thor and the Hulk jumping towards each other in “Thor: Ragnarok."

We also have guides to thebest new movies to stream, thebest movies on Netflix, thebest movies on Hulu, thebest movies on Amazon Prime Video, thebest movies on Max, and thebest movies on Disney+.

Avatar (2009)

Fans of high-flying action adventures likeHow to Train Your Dragonwill want to revisit James Cameron’s record-breaking science-fantasy blockbuster. As Jake Sully travels across the stars to help colonize Pandora, much like Hiccup, he ends up fighting against humanity to defend his new loved ones on the alien planet from destruction.

WhileAvatarhas a different tone from the more family-friendly How toTrain Your Dragon, both films explore similar mature themes, specifically war, prejudice, and the conflict between humanity and nature.

Simon, Edgin, Doric, and Holga stand in the Underdark together in “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves."

Avataris available to stream onDisney+.

Thor: Ragnarok (2017)

People looking to watch more comedic, heart-pounding Viking movies should check out the God of Thunder’s third solo film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, in which he tries to save Asgard from Hela and its impending doom. From the fiery bowels of Muspelheim to the arenas of Sakaar,Thor: Ragnarokpresents a vast and vibrant adventure across the cosmos filled with spectacular action, humor, and visuals.

Thor’s lighthearted but emotional journey also reflects Hiccup’s as he grows closer to his violent brother Loki and his beastly buddy, the Hulk, which should appeal to fans ofHow to Train Your Dragon.

Elliot and his friends riding bikes in “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial."

Thor: Ragnarokis available to stream onDisney+.

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)

Actor Chris Pine leads a band of misfits and outsiders in this magical heist film based on the classic fantasy role-playing game. Though there are ironically fewer dragons in this film than inHow to Train Your Dragon, Pine’s fantasy film similarly explores friendship and family in the unlikeliest of places as the heroes venture through the darkest regions of the Forgotten Realms.

Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieveswasn’t as much of a hit in theaters as any of Hiccup or Toothless’s past films. However, it still features enough action, humor, and love asHow to Train Your Dragon, which warrants a watch from those who liked the latter film.

Frodo lying on the ground looking terrified as the One Ring flies above him in “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring."

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thievesis available to stream onNetflixandParamount+.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)

While this iconic Steven Spielberg film doesn’t take place in a fantasy world of Vikings and dragons, there is an extraordinary amount of magic in bothE.T. the Extra-TerrestrialandHow to Train Your Dragon. The unexpected, symbiotic friendship between Hiccup and Toothless is very similar to the one forged by Elliot and the alien E.T.

With Elliot trying to hide and protect his magical new pal from the adults trying to capture him, Spielberg’s film mirrorsHow to Train Your Dragonis presenting an uplifting tale of love and empathy overcoming the odds that inspired a generation of children and adults.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrialis available to stream onGoogle Play,Amazon Prime Video,YouTube,Apple TV, andFandango at Home.

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)

Just asHow to Train Your Dragonadapted a series of beloved children’s books for live-action,The Fellowship of the Ringbrought J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic piece of fantasy literature to the big screen with both beauty and realism.The Lord of the Ringsmay be one story stretched across three films, butthe trilogy’s first film parallelsHow to Train Your Dragonas the start of an unlikely hero’s epic quest.

With Frodo filling the role of Hiccup,The Fellowship of the Ringtells an inspiring tale of someone defying expectations and rising to protect their loved ones in their own way in a sprawling, action-packed adventure filled with heart and lore.

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ringis available to stream onMaxandAmazon Prime Video.