How to Train Your Dragon 2 and the live-action adaptation

The title and filmmaker can match across formats

NBCUniversal announced the live-action sequel after presenting the reimagined first feature. It names DeBlois as writer and director and includes Gerard Butler and Nico Parker in the cast. Universal’s film listing uses the same title as the animated sequel.

A search using only the title and director can therefore surface both. The form of the feature gives a more reliable distinction.

The animated sequel has its own voice credits

DreamWorks’ animated film record lists Jay Baruchel as Hiccup and Cate Blanchett as Valka. It describes the story involving an ice cave and a mysterious rider. That combination identifies the existing animated work.

Gerard Butler’s name appears in both sets of material. In the animated film’s credits, he voices Stoick. In NBCUniversal’s announcement, he is among the live-action sequel’s cast. Keep the format beside his name when a short listing gives no other context.

Resolve the supplied title artwork with its catalogue entry

The supplied art is a title treatment. Its catalogue record identifies the live-action project, and the studio announcement confirms that project’s form. Use the adaptation label when saving a reference to this specific work.