: Jay Baruchel (Hiccup), America Ferrera (Astrid), and Gerard Butler (Stoick).

: The "emotionally rousing" score was composed by John Powell .

: Directed by Dean DeBlois , the film was praised for its "surreally beautiful" animation and fluid 3D flight sequences.

: The power-hungry Drago Bludvist is building a massive dragon army to conquer the world, using a colossal "Alpha" dragon to control others.

: Hiccup reunites with his mother, Valka , a mysterious dragon rider who has spent 20 years protecting dragons in a secret ice sanctuary.

: The film takes a mature turn with the tragic death of Hiccup's father, Stoick the Vast , forcing Hiccup to finally step into his role as a leader to protect Berk. Key Features & Voice Cast

: Cate Blanchett voices Valka, and Djimon Hounsou voices the villainous Drago Bludvist. Critical Success