Lyla Lindsey
The Hunger Games film series, based on the novels by Suzanne Collins, has captivated audiences worldwide. The original film trilogy, centred around the character of Katniss Everdeen, concluded in 2015 with Mockingjay Part 2. Eight years later, in 2023, a new prequel film, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, was released, delving into the origin story of the antagonist President Coriolanus Snow. The film adaptation of Suzanne Collins' 2020 novel of the same name stars Tom Blyth and Rachel Zegler and is currently available for streaming in Australia on various platforms. Another prequel film, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, is set to be released in theatres on November 20, 2026, revisiting the world of Panem 24 years before the events of the original saga.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Title of the upcoming Hunger Games movie | "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping" |
| Release date | November 20, 2026 |
| Where to watch | Theatres |
| Previous Hunger Games movie | "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" |
| Release date of the previous movie | November 2023 |
| Where to stream the previous movie in Australia | YouTube, Stan, Apple TV Store, Prime Video Store, and Max |
| Main cast of the previous movie | Tom Blyth, Rachel Zegler, Peter Dinklage, Jason Schwartzman, Viola Davis, Josh Andrés Rivera, and Hunter Schafer |
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Where to watch The Hunger Games in Australia
The Hunger Games film series, based on the popular book series by Suzanne Collins, has captivated audiences worldwide, including in Australia. As of January 2025, Australians have several options for streaming the movies online.
Streaming Options
The original Hunger Games trilogy, consisting of four films—*The Hunger Games*, *Catching Fire*, *Mockingjay* Part 1, and *Mockingjay* Part 2—can be streamed on multiple platforms in Australia. These include BINGE, Prime Video, and Foxtel Now. BINGE subscriptions start affordably at $10 per month, and a Black Friday sale offered the first three months at a discounted rate of $2 per month. Prime Video offers a 30-day free trial, and you can also rent or buy the films individually, with rental prices starting at $3.99 and purchase options from $12.99.
Prequel Film
The prequel film, *The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes*, which was released in November 2023, is also available for streaming in Australia. This film delves into the origin story of the antagonist President Coriolanus Snow and is set 64 years before the events of the original film series. Australians can watch this prequel on Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fetch, and Microsoft, among other streaming platforms.
Streaming Availability
It's worth noting that streaming availability may vary over time, and some platforms may gain or lose streaming rights for the *Hunger Games* films. Additionally, some platforms may offer free trials or discounts, so it's a good idea to check for the latest information before choosing a streaming service.
With these options, Australians can easily immerse themselves in the thrilling world of Panem and the brave characters of the Hunger Games.
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The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes cast
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is the fifth instalment in The Hunger Games film series. It is directed by Francis Lawrence, with a screenplay by Michael Arndt and Michael Lesslie. The film is based on the 2020 novel of the same name by Suzanne Collins. The cast includes:
- Tom Blyth as Coriolanus Snow, the last hope for his failing Snow lineage.
- Rachel Zegler as Lucy Gray Baird, a tribute from District 12 who captivates the audience of Panem.
- Hunter Schafer as Tigris Snow, Coriolanus' cousin and the family's breadwinner.
- Jason Schwartzman as Lucretius "Lucky" Flickerman.
- Peter Dinklage as Dean Highbottom.
- Josh Andrés Rivera as Sejanus Plinth.
The film also stars Viola Davis as Volumnia Gaul, the head gamemaker of the 10th annual Hunger Games. Other cast members include Burn Gorman, Fionnula Flanagan, and Ashley Liao.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes received mixed reviews from critics, with a rating of 6.4/10 on Rotten Tomatoes. However, it was praised for its outstanding cast, with each actor bringing a nuanced performance. The film offers a fascinating glimpse into the origins of Panem and the rise of Coriolanus Snow.
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The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes release date
The Hunger Games is back! The highly anticipated fifth instalment in The Hunger Games film series, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, premiered at the Zoo Palast in Berlin on 5 November 2023 and was released in the United States on 17 November 2023. The film adaptation of Suzanne Collins' 2020 novel of the same name is a prequel set 64 years before the first Hunger Games film.
The film stars Tom Blyth as Coriolanus Snow, the last hope of his fading lineage, a once-proud family that has fallen from grace in a post-war Capitol. Snow is alarmed when he is assigned to mentor Lucy Gray Baird, played by Rachel Zegler, the girl tribute from impoverished District 12. However, after Lucy defiantly sings during the reaping ceremony, captivating all of Panem, Snow believes he can turn the odds in their favour.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes was released in Australia on 16 November 2023. The film is available to rent on Prime Video and Apple TV+ for $6.99. The official soundtrack was released on 17 November 2023, by Sony Classical Records. The film grossed $349 million worldwide against a production budget of $100 million.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes explores the origins of Coriolanus Snow, Panem's ferocious tyrant, and delves deeper into the world of Panem and its 13 districts. The narrative follows the story of 18-year-old Snow, known best as the antagonist President Snow, who assumes the role of mentor during the 10th Hunger Games tournament. The film is directed by Francis Lawrence, who also directed the previous three films in the series, and the screenplay is written by Michael Arndt and Michael Lesslie.
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The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping cast
The upcoming Hunger Games prequel, *The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping*, is set to explore Panem 24 years before Katniss' saga. The film will centre on the competitors of the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell, and will feature a young Haymitch Abernathy, the character played by Woody Harrelson in the original films.
The cast of *The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping* includes:
- Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy, the 16-year-old District 12 tribute. Zada is an Australian actor known for his appearances in Down Under productions like "Total Control" (2024) and "Invisible Boys" (2025).
- Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird, Haymitch's girlfriend. Peak is known for her role in the rebooted "Gossip Girl" series.
- Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, a fellow District 12 tribute who resents the Capitol for its dehumanising treatment of people. Grace is known for her starring role in the Disney+ series "The Handmaid's Tale".
- Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, the future Head Gamemaker and rebellion leader. Plemons is known for his roles in "Friday Night Lights", "Breaking Bad", and "Fargo".
- Ben Wang as Wyatt Callow, another District 12 tribute. Wang is known for his starring role in the Disney+ series "American Born Chinese".
- Ralph Fiennes as the villainous President Coriolanus Snow. Fiennes follows in the footsteps of the late Donald Sutherland, who portrayed Snow in the first four Hunger Games films.
- Lili Taylor as Mags Flanagan, a tribute from District 4 who won the 11th Hunger Games. Taylor is known for her roles in "Mystic Pizza" and "The Conjuring".
- Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket, a stylist for Haymitch leading up to the 50th Hunger Games. Fanning is known for her roles in "The Neon Demon" and "Maleficent".
- Kieran Culkin as Caesar Flickerman, the eccentric host of the Hunger Games. Culkin is known for his role as Roman Roy in "Succession", for which he won an Emmy Award.
- Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee's son, Ampert Latier, a tribute in the 50th Hunger Games. Harrison is known for his portrayal of Martin Luther King Jr. in the anthology series "Genius".
- The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is currently in production and is set to be released on November 20, 2026.
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The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping release date
The upcoming "Hunger Games" prequel movie, "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping", is set to be released in theatres on November 20, 2026. The film is based on the upcoming novel of the same name by Suzanne Collins, which will be released in 2025.
"Sunrise on the Reaping" will revisit the world of Panem 24 years before the events of the original "Hunger Games" saga and four decades after "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes". It will start on the morning of the reaping of the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell, in which Haymitch Abernathy competed. Haymitch Abernathy later mentors Katniss and Peeta in the 74th Hunger Games.
The film will star 20-year-old Australian actor Joseph Zada as a young Haymitch Abernathy. Fans were excited to learn that Elle Fanning will also be joining the cast. Fanning is known for her roles in films such as Molly's Game and the Sabrina and Gossip Girl reboots. Zada and Fanning will be joined by an all-star cast, including Whitney Peak, Jesse Plemons, Maya Hawke, Ralph Fiennes, and Ben Wang.
The film is being produced by Nina Jacobson, who shared some insights into the casting process for the role of young Haymitch. She stated that they were looking for someone who "credibly feels like they could be a young version of this character, before the trauma and grief and rage that the fallout of the Games create." The film will be directed by Francis Lawrence, who has helmed every "Hunger Games" installment since "Catching Fire".
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Frequently asked questions
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes was released in Australia in November 2023.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is available to stream in Australia on YouTube, Stan, Apple TV Store, Prime Video Store, and Max.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is a prequel to the original Hunger Games trilogy. The film is set over 60 years before the events of the first Hunger Games film and follows the story of 18-year-old Coriolanus Snow, who becomes a mentor during the 10th Hunger Games tournament.
Tom Blyth and Rachel Zegler star as Coriolanus Snow and Lucy Gray Baird. The film also stars Peter Dinklage, Jason Schwartzman, Viola Davis, Josh Andrés Rivera, and Hunter Schafer.
The next Hunger Games movie, titled The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, is set to be released on November 20, 2026.
