New ‘Hunger Games’ Prequel ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ to Explore Haymitch Abernathy’s Origin
The "Hunger Games" franchise is set to release a new prequel, "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping," focusing on the brutal origin story of a young Haymitch Abernathy. The film features an A-list cast including Ralph Fiennes, Jesse Plemons,…
Philadelphia, PA, November 11, 2026 — The highly anticipated “Hunger Games” franchise is expanding its universe with a new prequel film titled “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.” This upcoming installment will delve into the brutal origin story of Haymitch Abernathy, a pivotal character from the original series.
The film is set to feature a notable cast, with Joseph Zada taking on the lead role as a young Haymitch Abernathy. He will be joined by an ensemble of acclaimed actors, including Ralph Fiennes, Jesse Plemons, Elle Fanning, and Kieran Culkin, who are slated to portray younger versions of characters within the narrative. The specific roles for Fiennes, Plemons, Fanning, and Culkin were not detailed in the provided summary.
Francis Lawrence, who has directed previous installments of “The Hunger Games” saga, is at the helm for “Sunrise on the Reaping.” His involvement suggests a continuation of the established directorial style for the franchise.
“The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” is scheduled to make its theatrical debut on November 20. Further details regarding the plot and the context of Haymitch Abernathy’s origin story have not been released.
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