Archive · 13 Jan 2026
Jennifer Lawrence Teases Return as Katniss in Hunger Games Prequel
Jennifer Lawrence, who played Katniss Everdeen in the original Hunger Games movies, hinted that she might be returning for a new prequel called The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.
This movie is set 24 years before the first films and will focus on a younger Haymitch Abernathy, who later becomes a mentor to Katniss and Peeta.
While Jennifer hasn't officially confirmed her role, her comments during a podcast interview have fans excited.
The film is directed by Francis Lawrence and features a star-studded cast.
It's set to hit theaters on November 26, 2026.
The Hunger Games franchise has been very successful, earning over $3.3 billion worldwide.
Jennifer Lawrence hinted at reprising her role as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping during a podcast interview.
The prequel is set 24 years before the original trilogy and focuses on the 50th Hunger Games, featuring a young Haymitch Abernathy.
Lawrence's comments sparked excitement among fans, though no official confirmation has been made.
The film is directed by Francis Lawrence and features a star-studded cast including Joseph Zada, McKenna Grace, Jesse Plemons, and more.
The Hunger Games franchise has earned a combined $3.3 billion globally, making it Lionsgate's most successful property.
- Who
- Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Francis Lawrence, Billy Ray, Joseph Zada, McKenna Grace, Jesse Plemons, Ralph Fiennes, Kieran Culkin, Elle Fanning, Billy Porter, Maya Hawke, Glenn Close
- What
- Jennifer Lawrence's potential return as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
- When
- Release date set for November 26, 2026
- Where
- Global release, with discussions and announcements happening in the media
- Why
- To continue the Hunger Games franchise with a prequel focusing on the 50th Hunger Games and Haymitch Abernathy's backstory
- Actress
- Jennifer Lawrence
- Role
- Katniss Everdeen
- Director
- Francis Lawrence
- Film
- The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
- Release Date
- November 26, 2026
- Setting
- 50th Hunger Games (Second Quarter Quell)
- Franchise Success
- $3.3 billion globally