The follow-up to the 2014 "How to Train Your Dragon 2" has been delayed several times since it was initially slated for a 2016 bow," reported Entertainment Weekly.
Dean DeBlois, who directed the first two films, will be returning to the director's chair. The story is about young Viking chieftain Hiccup facing a test of leadership at the same time his trusty dragon steed, Toothless, discovers an untamed and elusive mate.
Universal and Oriental DreamWorks also announced that the animated adventure-comedy "Everest" will hit theaters September 27, 2019.