Nico Parker and Mason Thames reflected on their first shocking first impressions of each other on the set of How to Train Your Dragon.The duo also discussed the fan-favourite chemistry

Arguably the most famous scene from the How to Train Your Dragon franchise is the boop. You know the boop. It's the moment when Viking teen Hiccup and adorable Night Fury Toothless make a genuine connection for the first time, with the dragon's nose pressing into Hiccup's hand.

The Universal live-action adaptation of the beloved animated franchise soared to a strong $83.7 million debut in North American theaters, according to Comscore estimates Sunday.

Mason Thames described how his on-screen dad Gerard Butler had an intense presence on the set of How to Train Your Dragon.Thames, who plays Hiccup in 2025 live-action remake, shared how the 300

The actor tells PEOPLE about his role as Hiccup in the 2025 live-action remake of 'How to Train Your Dragon,' out now

How to Train Your Dragon” took flight at the box office this weekend, proving that some remakes still have teeth. The Universal live-action adaptation of the beloved animated

Find the full live-action cast of How To Train Your Dragon (2025) alongside their animated and voice cast counterparts.

Dean DeBlois, one of the animated film's directors, returns to direct the live-action adaptation. Also returning is actor Gerard Butler ("300," "Law Abiding Citizen") as Hiccup's father, Stoick the Vast.