DreamWorks’Super Bowlcommercial for theupcoming live-actionHow to Train Your Dragonprovided a look at the new star in character.
Now, further moments from the 2025 movie have been revealed.
The role ultimately went to Nico Park, whose casting was announced back in 2023.
Parker fits right in withHow to Train Your Dragoncostars Mason Thames, Gerard Butler, and Nick Frost.
Regarding visual appearance, Parker is Black, while the animated Astrid is white.
This has invited some outrageous backlash, whichHow to Train Your Dragondirector Dean DeBlois has addressed.
Astrid was voiced by America Ferrera in the animatedHow to Train Your Dragonmovies.
However,they ultimately selected stars that matched the “spirit and personality of the characters.
In the end, Parker was the right actor for the role.
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Her film debut came with2019’sDumbo, directed by Tim Burton, in which she played Milly Farrier.
Therefore,audiences have a chance to see Parker continue to play this character for years to come.
This is sure to launch the actor’s already impressive career on an upward trajectory.
With Parker stepping into Astrid’s live-action shoes, it’s a chance to do this all over again.
