Jennifer Lawrence to Return as Katniss in Sunrise on the Reaping
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, directed by Francis Lawrence, hits theaters on November 20, 2026, with Josh Hutcherson and Woody Harrelson also returning.
Jennifer Lawrence is confirmed to reprise her role as Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, according to Screen Rant. The film is set to arrive in theaters on November 20, 2026.
Lawrence will be joined by Josh Hutcherson, who returns as Peeta, and Woody Harrelson, who plays Haymitch. Francis Lawrence directs the film, which has a runtime of 150 minutes.
The cast listing also includes Maysilee Donner and Haymitch Abernathy, with Joseph Zada listed for Haymitch Abernathy.
Background
The original The Hunger Games launched a $3.3 billion dystopian sci-fi franchise based on Suzanne Collins' books. The first four films centered on Lawrence's Katniss, and her time in the role ended in 2015 with The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2. Reports that Lawrence had filmed scenes for Sunrise on the Reaping first surfaced in late 2025, and she confirmed her return shortly afterward.
Quick answers
When is The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping release date?
The film is scheduled to hit theaters on November 20, 2026.
Who is returning for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping?
Jennifer Lawrence returns as Katniss Everdeen, with Josh Hutcherson as Peeta and Woody Harrelson as Haymitch.
Who directs The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping?
Francis Lawrence directs the film, which has a runtime of 150 minutes.