The Untrainable Dragon
Universal Epic Universe · How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk
Overview
A dragon that refuses training is a problem Hiccup's whole village has never faced before, and solving it — with Toothless, Gobber, and Astrid all pulled in to help — drives this 20-minute stage show. Toothless himself appears as a live puppet, both onstage and flying overhead, and it's genuinely the moment young HTTYD fans in the audience light up. The production leans hard into the franchise's established emotional register: warm rather than edgy, earnest rather than ironic. Coming after Dragon Racer's Rally and Hiccup's Wing Gliders, it functions as Isle of Berk's built-in pause button — a seated, air-conditioned complement to a land otherwise built around movement and speed.
ParksLog Verdict
Watch a young HTTYD fan's face the moment Toothless flies overhead and you'll understand why this show earns its keep — the puppet work is genuinely the highlight, executed well enough that even adults notice the craft. It's not essential viewing for a childless visit, but for anyone traveling with kids, the twenty minutes cost little and deliver real value. Grab a show time when you enter the park and build the rest of your Isle of Berk day loosely around it.
About this experience
When a new dragon shows up on the Isle of Berk, the Vikings think they may have finally met their match. Hiccup and Toothless, with help from Gobber and Astrid, work together to solve the mystery of The Untrainable Dragon. Experience the wonder of dragons onstage and soaring overhead in this spectacular, music-filled, heart-warming live show.
Best For
- How to Train Your Dragon fans
- Families with young children
- Guests seeking a sit-down break from heat and crowds
- Those interested in live dragon puppet theater
Tips
- Check the daily show schedule when entering the park and build your Isle of Berk visit around available performance times.
- Arrive 10 minutes before showtime for preferred seating — the show is popular and fills quickly during peak hours.
- Young children who love dragons will be particularly captivated by the overhead flying effects and the Toothless puppet.
Details
History
Rather than adapting a specific scene from the films, Universal built The Untrainable Dragon's story from scratch around HTTYD's established cast — Hiccup, Toothless, Gobber, and Astrid all appear, but the mystery-dragon plot is original to the show, which opened with the rest of Isle of Berk in May 2025.
Fun Facts
- Gobber the Belch, a fan-favorite supporting character from all three How to Train Your Dragon theatrical films, appears prominently in the show — one of the few characters named explicitly in the official attraction description.
- The Untrainable Dragon storyline is original to Epic Universe and was not adapted from any specific How to Train Your Dragon film, short, or television episode.
- The show features Toothless — Hiccup's Night Fury dragon and the most recognizable dragon in the HTTYD franchise — as a live puppet character performing both onstage and overhead.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does The Untrainable Dragon take?
- The experience runs about 20 minutes. Budget extra time for the queue, any pre-show, and boarding — on busy days the full process can take considerably longer.
- Is The Untrainable Dragon good for young children?
- Yes — The Untrainable Dragon is listed as kid-friendly on ParksLog. The experience is gentle enough for most young guests, though always consider a child's individual comfort with the ride type before queuing.
- Does The Untrainable Dragon operate in the rain?
- The Untrainable Dragon is an indoor attraction. It runs in a climate-controlled environment, making it a good choice on hot or rainy days.
- Should I prioritize The Untrainable Dragon at Universal Epic Universe?
- ParksLog recommends The Untrainable Dragon if your schedule allows. It's a worthwhile experience that most guests enjoy, but not critical — a mid-day or standby visit works fine.
- Does The Untrainable Dragon have Universal Express?
- The Untrainable Dragon is not included in Universal Express Pass. All guests join the standard queue for this attraction.
- When did The Untrainable Dragon open?
- The Untrainable Dragon opened at Universal Epic Universe in 2025.