🔗 Share this article Franchise leads Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are set to appear in the upcoming Hunger Games film, Sunrise on the Reaping. It has been confirmed that original stars Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are set to appear once again in the newest chapter of the Hunger Games film series, titled The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. The project is now in the works. A Major Comeback for the Franchise Lawrence and Hutcherson will once again portray Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, respectively. Industry whispers indicate their roles will likely occur in a brief glimpse ahead, considering the main film series concluded with their characters living in peace. This represents the sixth installment in the highly successful Hunger Games franchise. Delving Into the Prequel Sunrise on the Reaping is based upon a newly published work by author Suzanne Collins. It will be the follow-up prequel after 2023's The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. Returning to the director's chair is Francis Lawrence, who was behind nearly all the previous films in the series. A New Era in Panem The film's events are set 24 years before the first Hunger Games, centering on a young Haymitch Abernathy. Haymitch, later known as Katniss's mentor, is featured as a tribute in the notorious 50th Hunger Games. The cast also includes several notable actors in important characters: Jesse Plemons steps into the role of Plutarch Heavensbee. Ralph Fiennes is cast as a younger version of the menacing President Snow. Current Projects and Release Timeline In other news, Jennifer Lawrence is receiving acclaim for the film Die My Love. Josh Hutcherson recently appeared in the successful franchise Five Nights at Freddy's 2. Regarding the filming timeline: Principal photography commenced in the summer of 2025. Filming concluded in November of the same year. The much-discussed film is scheduled for November 2026 release. Fans of the franchise can now anticipate the return of these iconic characters to the cinema.