What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedDragon Masters
Tracey West · Book
If you loved Dragon Masters, start with Pete's Dragon (2016) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Dragon Masters across media.
What hooked you in Dragon Masters was the way the bond between rider and creature transforms a child into a hero.
Films on the same thread
How to Train Your Dragon
Dean DeBlois · Film · 2025
Explores: Bridging the Divide, Acceptance of the Other, Challenging Tradition.
If Dragon Masters made you crave stories of unlikely animal bonding, this film captures that same emotional core as Hiccup defies tradition to befriend a powerful, misunderstood dragon.
Pete's Dragon
Film · 2016
Explores: Friendship, Hidden Creatures, Orphanhood.
Much like the creature companions in Dragon Masters, this story focuses on the secret, deep-seated connection between a child and a magical dragon hidden from the rest of society.
How to Train Your Dragon 2
Dean DeBlois · Film · 2014
Explores: Man and Animal Friendship, Protecting Nature, War and Peace.
If you enjoyed watching Drake grow alongside his companion in Dragon Masters, you will appreciate how this sequel explores the deepening maturity and partnership between a rider and dragon.
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
Dean DeBlois · Film · 2019
Explores: utopia, loss of innocence, leadership.
This conclusion mirrors the coming-of-age journey found in Dragon Masters, showing how the friendship between a boy and his dragon evolves while facing the challenges of leadership and independence.
Series on the same thread
DreamWorks Dragons
Chris Sanders · Series · 2012
Shares a thread with Dragon Masters: Coming of Age.
This series captures the spirit of Dragon Masters by focusing on the essential teamwork and growth that occurs when young people are paired with their legendary dragon companions.
Dragon Ball
Series · 1986
Explores: Finding the extraordinary in the ordinary, The Power of Friendship, Self-Improvement.
While the scale is different, this quest mirrors the sense of wonder and personal growth found in Dragon Masters as young characters seek out extraordinary, legendary power.
The Dragon Prince
Justin Richmond · Series · 2018
Explores: War and Peace, Redemption, Breaking the Cycle of Violence.
Like the heroic training found in Dragon Masters, this series follows young leads on an epic journey where peace is forged through the power of friendship and magical discovery.
Dragon Striker
Series · 2026
Explores: chosen one trope, underdog success, supernatural competition.
This story echoes the chosen one narrative of Dragon Masters, focusing on a young boy who discovers his natural, supernatural talent and steps into a world of competitive adventure.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Adventure Zone
The McElroys · Podcast · 2026
Explores: improvised storytelling, group dynamics, high fantasy satire.
If you enjoy the group dynamics and high fantasy setting of Dragon Masters, this podcast offers a comedic, improvised take on the classic tropes of adventuring parties and monsters.
Maintenance Phase
Aubrey Gordon & Michael Hobbes · Podcast · 2026
Explores: scientific literacy, consumer protection, critical thinking.
While this lacks the dragons of Dragon Masters, it shares a commitment to skeptical inquiry and critical thinking that will appeal to readers who enjoy questioning the world around them.
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Common questions
What age group is Dragon Masters written for?
Dragon Masters is written for children between the ages of 6 and 8. The series follows the story of Drake, who transitions from a skeptic of dragons to a dedicated trainer of his own dragon.
Is Dragon Masters about a boy who trains dragons?
Yes, Dragon Masters focuses on a boy named Drake. After being skeptical about whether dragons actually exist, he begins the process of training his very own dragon as part of the story.
What is the main premise of Dragon Masters?
The main premise of Dragon Masters involves a character named Drake. He starts the series as a skeptic regarding the existence of dragons but eventually discovers them and becomes a dragon trainer.
Should I read Dragon Masters if I am interested in stories about dragon training?
If you enjoy stories about dragon training, you should read Dragon Masters. The series centers on Drake, a boy who moves past his initial skepticism to become a trainer for his own dragon.