Hunger Games Prequel Scores 76%

The Hunger Games series continues with a new prequel, exploring the world of Panem 24 years before the original trilogy. With an ensemble cast and a gripping storyline, this film is set to thrill audiences.

Dir: Francis Lawrence

Cast: Joseph Zada, Ralph Fiennes, Jesse Plemons, Whitney Peak, Elle Fanning, Mckenna Grace, Maya Hawke, Kelvin Harrison Jr.

158 mins · 2026 · United States of America, Germany · Cert 12A · English

Trakt 76%

Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping

18 Nov 2026

Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater (Greenhithe)

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping has already garnered a significant following, with a Trakt score of 76% from 51 users. This sci-fi action adventure film is directed by Francis Lawrence and features an impressive cast, including Joseph Zada, Whitney Peak, and Mckenna Grace. The story takes place 24 years before the events of the original Hunger Games trilogy and follows young Haymitch Abernathy on the morning of the reaping of the Fiftieth Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell.

As a prequel to the original series, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping offers a unique opportunity to explore the world of Panem in a new and exciting way. The film's director, Francis Lawrence, has a proven track record of handling complex and thrilling storylines, having directed several films in the Hunger Games series. The ensemble cast, which includes Ralph Fiennes, Jesse Plemons, and Elle Fanning, brings a wealth of talent and experience to the film.

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is a 158-minute film, rated 12A, and is a joint production of the United States and Germany. The film's genres include science fiction, action, and adventure, making it a thrilling ride for fans of the series. With its richly detailed world and complex characters, this film is set to captivate audiences and leave them eager for more.

The film will be screened at the Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater in Greenhithe on Wednesday, 18 November 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. As the sixth installment in the Hunger Games film series, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is a highly anticipated release, and fans of the series will not want to miss this opportunity to see it on the big screen.

The film's background is rooted in the 2025 novel Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins, which serves as the basis for the screenplay by Billy Ray and Michael Lesslie. As a sequel to The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes and a prequel to The Hunger Games, this film offers a fresh perspective on the series, exploring the events that shaped the world of Panem. With its engaging storyline and talented cast, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is set to be a compelling addition to the series.

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