đź”— Share this article Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson will return for the latest Hunger Games series film, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. It has been confirmed that original stars Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are set to appear once again in the latest chapter of the Hunger Games film series, titled The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. The film is currently in production. A Major Comeback for the Franchise The actors are returning as Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, the roles they originated. It is believed their roles will likely occur in a brief glimpse ahead, as the original saga concluded with their characters married and with children. This signifies the sixth film in the blockbuster Hunger Games franchise. Exploring the New Story Sunrise on the Reaping is based upon a newly published work by author Suzanne Collins. It serves as the second film set before the original story after 2023's The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. For this project is Francis Lawrence, who has helmed nearly all the previous films in the series. The Storyline and Fresh Faces The film's events are set 24 years before the first Hunger Games, spotlighting a young Haymitch Abernathy. Haymitch, who would later become Katniss's mentor, is portrayed as a tribute in the notorious 50th Hunger Games. The supporting roles feature several notable actors in pivotal roles: Jesse Plemons will portray Plutarch Heavensbee. Ralph Fiennes is cast as a younger version of the menacing President Snow. What the Stars Are Doing Now & The Film's Schedule Separately, Jennifer Lawrence stars in the film Die My Love. Josh Hutcherson is part of the successful franchise Five Nights at Freddy's 2. Regarding the filming timeline: Principal photography started in the summer of 2025. Filming reportedly wrapped in November of the same year. The much-discussed film is slated for November 2026 theatrical debut. Fans of the franchise can now eagerly await the comeback of these iconic characters to the big screen.