Hunger Games Prequel Adds Cast, Films in Germany

Production has begun on The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, a prequel film based on Suzanne Collins' upcoming novel and set for worldwide release on November 20, 2026. The film follows a young Haymitch Abernathy, portrayed by Joseph Zada, as he competes in the 50th Hunger Games, with a cast including Elle Fanning, Kieran Culkin, Jesse Plemons, and Ralph Fiennes. Filming is taking place in scenic European locations such as Somiedo Natural Park in Spain and sites in Germany, offering fresh visual settings for the story. The prequel delves into Panem’s dark traditions through the Second Quarter Quell while introducing a new generation of tributes and mentors. Early teasers and behind-the-scenes content have fueled fan excitement, though a full trailer is not expected until later. The film aims to expand the Hunger Games universe by blending nostalgia and new perspectives.