Are they making a new Hunger Games movie?
As of mid‑2025, there is no new The Hunger Games feature in active production or an imminent theatrical release. Multiple projects have been announced—most notably Lionsgate’s continuation of the franchise with a new cast—and some have progressed further than others, but none have secured a confirmed launch. This overview clarifies which titles have been officially greenlit, which are in development, and what still remains uncertain.
Verified announced projects
Below are notable Hunger‑Games‑related projects with publicly available confirmation, production status, and key personnel where announced.
| Title | Verified Detail | Source Type |
|---|---|---|
| The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (Part 1) | Released in 2023; a Lionsgate production directed by Francis Lawrence | Official release, studio and director confirmation |
| The Hunger Games prequel film (untitled, Part 2) | In development as of 2023; Lionsgate intends multiple prequel films; no director or release date set | Studio announcements and trade press reports |
| The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping | Scripted by Michael Lesslie; in development as of 2024; no director or cast locked | Writer hiring reports and studio updates |
| The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes TV series | No active series in production; concept has been discussed but not commissioned | Industry coverage and studio statements |
The 2023 film: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes
This standalone entry, set 64 years before the original trilogy, follows a young Coriolanus Snow. It represents Lionsgate’s strategy to reboot the franchise with a new cast and a period setting. The film was produced by Nina Jacobson and Jon Kilik and released globally in late 2023.
Prequel development status
As of 2023, Lionsgate announced plans for additional prequel films beyond The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. These projects remain in early development; no directors, cast, or firm production start dates have been confirmed. Timelines are uncertain and subject to creative and financing decisions.
What was announced for Sunrise on the Reaping
In 2024, it was reported that Michael Lesslie was hired to script a project titled Sunrise on the Reaping. This would explore events between the 50th and 73rd Hunger Games. No director, cast, or production schedule has been disclosed.
Common rumors and what to watch for
Rumors often claim imminent starts for new Hunger Games movies or streaming series. When evaluating such claims, check for four signals of credibility: named sources, studio confirmations, hiring announcements for directors/writers, and official date or window disclosures. In the absence of these, treat announcements as speculative.
- Greenlit status: confirmed production budget and start date
- Hired key creatives: writer or director attached with public statement
- Casting updates: actors officially cast and disclosed by studio
- Release windows: studio sets dates on calendars or roadmaps
Timelines and what changes them
Hollywood development cycles can shift quickly due to financing, talent availability, and broader market conditions. A project labeled “in development” may advance toward production or be postponed indefinitely. Public hiring of writers or directors typically signals more concrete progress than informal rumor.
How to track future updates
To follow reliable news on potential new Hunger Games content, monitor Lionsgate’s official announcements, credible entertainment trade outlets, and verified statements from creators or talent. Treat social media speculation as unconfirmed until corroborated by authoritative sources.