The Art and Making of How to Train Your Dragon
Written By: Jerry Schmitz
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Celebrate this live-action retelling of the beloved DreamWorks Animation film in The Art and Making of How to Train Your Dragon.Created in collaboration with writer and director Dean DeBlois, this deluxe book features exclusive behind the scenes photos and interviews with the cast and crew. The film stars Mason Thames as Hiccup and Nico Parker as Astrid, with Gerard Butler reprising his role from the animated films as Chief Stoick the Vast.

NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN PHOTOS: Go behind the scenes of How to Train Your Dragon with exclusive photos from the set of the cast and crew of the film.

GORGEOUS ARTWORK: Peruse through stunning concept art and CGI renders for your favorite characters, dragons, and locations seen in the film.

INTERVIEWS WITH CREATORS AND CAST: Dive into the making of the film with exclusive interviews with director Dean DeBlois, stars Mason Thames and Nico Parker, and other key creators from the film.

EXPERIENCE THE CREATIVE JOURNEY: Follow the complete creative process––from the script and storyboards to the silver screen––through the lens of Dean DeBlois and his collaborators.
Format: Hardbound
Publication Date: 6/13/2025
ISBN: 9798886639308
Pages: 208
Trim Size: 11 x 10

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Jerry Schmitz, Author: With over twenty-five years of experience in the entertainment industry, Jerry Schmitz is the author of multiple books that delve into the art and making of film. He authored The Art of DreamWorks The Wild Robot. His other author credits include The Art and Making of The Peanuts MovieThe Art of DreamWorks Trolls, and The Art of Shrek Forever After. To learn more, visit his Instagram, @JerSchmitz.

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