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The Ultimate Guide To The Hunger Games Cast: Where Are Katniss, Peeta, And The New Haymitch Now?

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The legacy of Panem continues to captivate audiences worldwide, but the most exciting news isn't just about the past—it’s about the future and the current projects of the stars who brought the dystopian world to life. As of today, December 23, 2025, the franchise is experiencing a massive resurgence following the success of The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes and the highly anticipated casting announcements for the next prequel, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, set for a 2026 release.

From the Oscar-winning faces of the original trilogy, Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth, to the breakout stars of the new era, this is the definitive, most up-to-date look at the entire Hunger Games cast, their pivotal roles, and what they have been working on in 2024 and 2025.

The Core Cast Biography and Profile List (Original Trilogy, Prequel, and New Era)

The Hunger Games universe spans decades, requiring a diverse and talented ensemble. Here is a quick-reference guide to the key actors and their biographical details:

  • Jennifer Lawrence (Katniss Everdeen)
    • Date of Birth: August 15, 1990
    • Nationality: American
    • Key Roles: Katniss Everdeen (The Hunger Games), Mystique (X-Men franchise), Tiffany Maxwell (Silver Linings Playbook)
  • Josh Hutcherson (Peeta Mellark)
    • Date of Birth: October 12, 1992
    • Nationality: American
    • Key Roles: Peeta Mellark (The Hunger Games), Mike Schmidt (Five Nights at Freddy's), Jesse Aarons (Bridge to Terabithia)
  • Liam Hemsworth (Gale Hawthorne)
    • Date of Birth: January 13, 1990
    • Nationality: Australian
    • Key Roles: Gale Hawthorne (The Hunger Games), Jake Morrison (Independence Day: Resurgence), Geralt of Rivia (The Witcher)
  • Rachel Zegler (Lucy Gray Baird)
    • Date of Birth: May 3, 2001
    • Nationality: American (Colombian-American)
    • Key Roles: Lucy Gray Baird (The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes), Maria (West Side Story), Snow White (Upcoming Disney live-action)
  • Tom Blyth (Young Coriolanus Snow)
    • Date of Birth: February 2, 1995
    • Nationality: English
    • Key Roles: Coriolanus Snow (The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes), William H. Bonney (Billy the Kid), Archie Baldwin (The Gilded Age)
  • Joseph Zada (Young Haymitch Abernathy)
    • Date of Birth: July 21, 2005
    • Nationality: Australian
    • Key Roles: Young Haymitch Abernathy (Sunrise on the Reaping), Johnny Sinclair Dennis (We Were Liars), TV series Total Control
  • Mckenna Grace (Maysilee Donner)
    • Date of Birth: June 25, 2006
    • Nationality: American
    • Key Roles: Maysilee Donner (Sunrise on the Reaping), Young Theodora Crain (The Haunting of Hill House), Phoebe Spengler (Ghostbusters: Afterlife)

The Latest Reaping: Cast of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping

The announcement of a film adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s fifth novel, Sunrise on the Reaping, has injected a fresh wave of excitement into the franchise. This prequel will explore the 50th Hunger Games—the Second Quarter Quell—which was won by a 16-year-old Haymitch Abernathy, originally played by Woody Harrelson in the main films.

The casting for this pivotal film, set for a 2026 release, features a mix of rising stars and established talent, ensuring the continuity of the series’ high-caliber acting.

Joseph Zada as the Young Haymitch Abernathy

The most crucial casting decision was the selection of Australian actor Joseph Zada to take on the role of the 16-year-old Haymitch Abernathy. Zada, who has previously gained recognition for his work in the Prime Video series We Were Liars and the Australian political drama Total Control, faces the challenge of portraying the legendary victor's harrowing journey. The film will depict the traumatic events that shaped Haymitch into the cynical, yet deeply empathetic mentor seen in The Hunger Games and Catching Fire.

Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner

Joining Zada is Mckenna Grace, an actress who already holds the record as the youngest Primetime Emmy Award nominee. Grace has been cast as Maysilee Donner, the female tribute from District 12 who competed alongside Haymitch in the 50th Games. This role is significant as Maysilee is a key figure in Haymitch’s tragic backstory, and the film is expected to delve deep into their alliance.

Jesse Plemons’s Intriguing Role

The ensemble also includes acclaimed actor Jesse Plemons, known for his versatile performances in films like The Irishman and the recent Cannes Best Actor winner, Kinds of Kindness. While his specific role in Sunrise on the Reaping remains under wraps, his involvement signals a commitment to bringing serious dramatic weight to the new prequel, following the tradition set by Stanley Tucci and Donald Sutherland in the original series.

Where Are the Original Tributes Now? (2024–2025 Updates)

The original trio—Katniss, Peeta, and Gale—have moved on to diverse and highly successful projects, cementing their status as A-list Hollywood entities. Their careers in 2024 and 2025 are a testament to the launchpad that The Hunger Games provided.

Jennifer Lawrence (Katniss Everdeen)

Jennifer Lawrence, the Oscar-winning face of the franchise, continues to balance high-profile blockbusters with critically acclaimed independent features. In 2025, she is generating significant buzz for her lead role in the psychological drama Die My Love, which is set to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival. Lawrence is also actively involved in producing, showcasing her evolution from a young actress to a major creative force in the industry.

Josh Hutcherson (Peeta Mellark)

Josh Hutcherson has successfully transitioned from the gentle baker’s boy of District 12 to a genre film star. His 2024 began strongly with the action film The Beekeeper alongside Jason Statham. Hutcherson is also expected to return for the highly anticipated sequel, Five Nights at Freddy's 2, which is scheduled for a 2025 release, further solidifying his presence in the horror and action spheres.

Liam Hemsworth (Gale Hawthorne)

Liam Hemsworth, who played the dedicated rebel Gale Hawthorne, has taken on arguably the biggest challenge of his career. Following roles in the 2024 action thriller Land of Bad and the romantic drama Lonely Planet, Hemsworth is set to replace Henry Cavill as the lead, Geralt of Rivia, in the upcoming season of Netflix’s global hit series, The Witcher. This high-stakes recasting has placed him firmly back in the blockbuster spotlight.

The New Generation: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes Stars

The 2023 prequel, The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, introduced a new generation of talent who successfully rebooted the franchise’s popularity. The film focused on the early life of Coriolanus Snow, played by English actor Tom Blyth, and the District 12 tribute Lucy Gray Baird, portrayed by Rachel Zegler.

Rachel Zegler, already a Golden Globe winner for her breakout role in Steven Spielberg's West Side Story, delivered a powerful performance as the nomadic singer Lucy Gray Baird. Her career continues its meteoric rise, with the actress set to lead Disney's live-action adaptation of *Snow White*.

Tom Blyth, in his role as the ambitious young Snow, captivated audiences by providing a complex, human face to the future tyrannical President of Panem. His success in the prequel has opened doors to numerous new projects, making him one of Hollywood's most sought-after young leading men.

The ensemble also featured powerhouses like Viola Davis as the villainous Head Gamemaker Volumnia Gaul and Peter Dinklage as Casca Highbottom, the Dean of the Academy, ensuring the film maintained the star power tradition of the original series.

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