First reactions to The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping praise Joseph Zada
Critics also singled out Francis Lawrence's direction and the film's production design in early reactions to the Hunger Games prequel.
The first critic reactions to The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping have been published by critics and entertainment outlets, with Joseph Zada's performance as Haymitch Abernathy drawing particular praise, according to screenrant.com.
Reviewers also highlighted Francis Lawrence's direction and the film's production design. Among those posting reactions were ScreenRant critic Tatiana Hullender, Collider's Perri Nemiroff, Griffin Schiller of The Playlist and Discussing Film, Next Best Picture critic Lauren Lamango and critic DawsOnScreen.
The film is set during the 50th Hunger Games, the Second Quarter Quell, which features 48 tributes. Its runtime is listed as 150 minutes.
Place in the series
Sunrise on the Reaping is based on Suzanne Collins' novel of the same name and is the fifth Hunger Games movie directed by Francis Lawrence, following his work on earlier installments in the franchise.
The film is dated for release on November 20, 2026.
Quick answers
When is The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping released?
The film is dated for release on November 20, 2026.
Who plays Haymitch Abernathy in Sunrise on the Reaping?
Joseph Zada plays Haymitch Abernathy, and his performance was among those praised in the first reactions.
How long is The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping?
The film's runtime is listed as 150 minutes.