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Joseph Zada
Joseph Zada is cast as a younger Haymitch Abernathy in the upcoming film "Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping." The film, directed by Francis Lawrence, was announced on November 1, 2026, following earlier ticket sales and promotional releases in late October 2026.
What to know
- Director Francis Lawrence returns for the new film, which follows the 2025 novel by Suzanne Collins. Nov 1
- The story centers on the 50th Hunger Games, the Second Quarter Quell, and features returning star Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen. Nov 1
- Ticket sales for "Sunrise on the Reaping" began Oct. 28. Oct 28
- Early IMAX and premium screenings start Nov. 18. Oct 28
- Tickets for Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping go on sale November 18, 2026. Oct 28
Timeline
- Nov 1, 2026
- Oct 28, 2026
- Oct 28, 2026
- Oct 23, 2026



