Sunrise on the Reaping'
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Jennifer Lawrence discussed reprising her role as Katniss Everdeen for the first time in 11 years on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast, describing the experience as emotional and joyful, especially reuniting with co-stars Josh Hutcherson and Woody Harrelson.
- Lawrence, Hutcherson, and Harrelson are all returning for the upcoming “Hunger Games” prequel film “Sunrise on the Reaping,” which focuses on a young Haymitch and includes a flash-forward scene with the original trio.
- The prequel movie, based on Suzanne Collins’ novel, is set to release on November 20, 2024, and continues the successful franchise that has grossed $3.3 billion worldwide.
- Lawrence revealed that when she first joined the franchise at age 20, she was concerned about the impact on her acting career and personal life, especially her desire to become a mother.
- Previously, Lawrence had expressed openness to returning as Katniss if the right opportunity arose, which has now come to fruition with this prequel film.
