Jennifer Lawrence Gives Three-Finger Salute, Records New 'Deep in the Meadow'
The actress was filmed in New York City flashing Katniss Everdeen's salute and has recorded a new version of the song for the prequel's soundtrack.
Jennifer Lawrence flashed Katniss Everdeen's three-finger salute while walking in New York City, in a video posted on Instagram by celebrity photographer @elderordonez1 and reported by comingsoon.net. The same report says Lawrence has recorded a new version of "Deep in the Meadow" for the soundtrack of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.
Lawrence will reprise her role as Katniss Everdeen in the prequel alongside Josh Hutcherson, who returns as Peeta Mellark. Francis Lawrence directs the film, which is set to open in theaters on November 20, 2026.
The prequel follows a young Haymitch Abernathy, played by Joseph Zada, during the 50th Hunger Games. The story is set 24 years before the events of the original story.
Lawrence first played Katniss in the 2012 film The Hunger Games, based on Suzanne Collins' novel, and returned for Catching Fire, Mockingjay – Part 1 and Mockingjay – Part 2. In the franchise, the three-finger salute symbolizes solidarity and resistance against the Capitol.
"Deep in the Meadow" was originally featured in Mockingjay – Part 2.
Quick answers
When does The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping come out?
The film is scheduled to release in theaters on November 20, 2026.
Who directs The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping?
Francis Lawrence, who also directed earlier films in the series, directs the prequel.
Is Jennifer Lawrence in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping?
She will reprise her role as Katniss Everdeen alongside Josh Hutcherson, and she has recorded a new version of "Deep in the Meadow" for the soundtrack.