Jennifer Lawrence Returns to The Hunger Games Universe in Prequel 'Sunrise on the Reaping'

Jennifer Lawrence is set to reprise her iconic role as Katniss Everdeen in the upcoming sixth film of the blockbuster franchise, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. She will be joined by Josh Hutcherson as Peeta Mellark and Woody Harrelson as Haymitch Abernathy. This prequel, based on Suzanne Collins’s bestselling novel, is set 24 years before the events of the original story. It centers on a young Haymitch, portrayed by Joseph Zada, who is chosen to compete in the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell, a brutal competition where 48 tributes must fight for their lives.

Lawrence recently confirmed her involvement after an 11-year hiatus from the series, though specific details regarding the appearances of the original stars are still being kept under wraps. The film is directed by Francis Lawrence. The ensemble cast also features Ralph Fiennes as President Snow, Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket, Kieran Culkin as Caesar Flickerman, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, and Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner. The film is scheduled for release on November 19.