Panem is calling you back to the big screen. Lionsgate has announced that all five existing Hunger Games movies will return to theaters this September, giving fans a chance to relive the saga just months before the next installment, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, arrives on November 20.
The official Hunger Games social media channels broke the news with a teaser that reads, “Five films you’ll always remember, back in theaters this September.” While specific dates, participating chains, and ticket details are still under wraps, the rerelease marks the first time audiences can watch the complete series in theaters before a new chapter drops. It’s the perfect refresher before we dive into Haymitch Abernathy’s brutal story.
This theatrical event includes The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay – Part 1, Mockingjay – Part 2, and The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. For longtime fans, it’s a chance to revisit Katniss Everdeen’s revolution on the largest screen possible. For newcomers, it’s an ideal introduction before the next generation of tributes enters the arena.
The rerelease follows a growing trend of studios bringing beloved franchises back to theaters ahead of major new installments. It’s a smart move that builds hype and lets audiences reconnect with the story in a communal setting. If you missed any of these films in theaters the first time, this September is your shot.
Haymitch’s Story Finally Gets the Spotlight
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping adapts Suzanne Collins’ bestselling novel and takes place 24 years before the original movie. The story centers on a 16-year-old Haymitch Abernathy during the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell. This edition doubles the number of tributes, making it one of the deadliest competitions in Panem’s history.
The cast is stacked: Joseph Zada plays young Haymitch, joined by Whitney Peak, Mckenna Grace, Jesse Plemons, Ralph Fiennes, Elle Fanning, Kieran Culkin, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Maya Hawke, Lili Taylor, Ben Wang, and Molly McCann. Francis Lawrence returns to direct, having helmed every Hunger Games film since Catching Fire. Billy Ray adapts Collins’ novel, ensuring the story stays true to its source.
For those who want to catch up on the entire saga, this September rerelease is a must. It’s also a great time to explore other epic stories—like the top epic movies of the 1950s—while you wait for the new film.
More details on screening dates, theaters, and ticket sales are expected soon. Mark your calendars: The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping opens exclusively in theaters on November 20.
