Joseph Zada to star as young Haymitch in 'Sunrise on the Reaping' 'Hunger Games' prequel movie

Who is Joseph Zada? 5 things to know about the actor playing Haymitch in the ‘Hunger Games’ prequel

Fans of the “Hunger Games” franchise were eager to find out who’d be cast as Haymitch Abernathy in the prequel film “Sunrise on the Reaping,” and they finally have their answer.

Get Ready to Meet a Young Haymitch in "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping"

The story takes place 24 years before Katniss Everdeen became a tribute

'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' casts Joseph Zada as Haymitch, Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove

“The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” has found its leads. Joseph Zada will star as District 12 tribute Haymitch Abernathy, while Whitney Peak will play his girlfriend Lenore Dove Baird.

New Hunger Games Prequel Casts Disney and Marvel Stars as Leads

Lionsgate has unveiled some of the key cast members for the highly anticipated film adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ latest book, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. This thrilling new chapter in the dystopian saga dives deeper into the origins of Panem’s infamous annual tradition, and the casting news has fans buzzing with excitement. Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy Acclaimed actor Joseph Zada will step into the role of Haymitch Abernathy…

Invisible Boys’ Joseph Zada to lead Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping film adaptation

Rising talent Joseph Zada is headed to the harsh fictional world of Panem. Back in June, it was announced that acclaimed author Suzanne Collins was writing a new prequel to her hit book series The Hunger Games. Set 24 years before the first novel, Sunrise on the Reaping follows 16-year-old Haymitch Abernathy – Katniss’ beloved mentor and close friend in the original series – and his harrowing experience competing in the 50th annual Hunger Games,…

‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ casts Joseph Zada, Whitney Peak and Mckenna Grace

"The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping" has cast three young actors in the 2026 film adaptation to play Haymitch, Lenore Dove and Maysilee.