Streaming Options for the Hunger Games Movies

The Hunger Games franchise has experienced a resurgence with the release of its prequel, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. However, if you're wondering where you can watch the original franchise, we've got all the information you need.

During the early 2010s, the young adult dystopian genre had a significant impact on both the literary and cinematic realms. Among the most notable and successful works during this period was The Hunger Games, a film series adapted from Suzanne Collins' books.

The franchise, which launched Jennifer Lawrence's career, tells the story of Katniss Everdeen, a young girl living in a war-ravaged district who is chosen to compete in a lethal battle against other children. These movies have become cultural icons over the past decade, and many fans are eagerly anticipating the release of the prequel film. They are wondering where they can watch their favorite tributes fight for survival.

Where can you stream all the Hunger Games movies?

You can currently watch four of the Hunger Games film using the Peacock app.

The Hunger Games trilogy, consisting of The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay Part One and Two, can be streamed on both Peacock and Hulu. However, to watch them on Hulu, you will need a Live TV subscription tier.

Alternatively, you can choose to rent or buy all four movies on Amazon Prime Video. Another option is to download the STARZ app on your phone or TV.

The Hunger Games franchise plot revolves around a dystopian world where the centralized nation of Panem is split into 12 districts, along with the Capitol. Every year, a cruel lottery selects two young representatives from each district to take part in The Hunger Games. These games serve as a twisted form of amusement for the citizens, as well as a ruthless punishment for a previous uprising. The competition is televised and broadcasted across all of Panem.

The 24 participants must eliminate their rivals while the citizens of Panem are required to witness. When Prim, the young sister of 16-year-old Katniss, is chosen as District 12's female representative, Katniss volunteers to take her place. She and her male counterpart, Peeta, are matched against stronger opponents, some of whom have trained their entire lives for this.

The forthcoming prequel film of The Hunger Games, titled The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, will tell the backstory of Coriolanus Snow, who eventually becomes the president of Panem and becomes Katniss' ultimate adversary in the original trilogy.

The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes hits theaters November 17. You can read more about the movie below:

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z fan, I am excited about the resurgence of The Hunger Games franchise with the release of its prequel, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. I am a big fan of the original trilogy and I am eager to see how the prequel will expand on the story. I am also excited to see Jennifer Lawrence return to the franchise in a new role.

I think that The Hunger Games is a great example of a young adult dystopian novel that has successfully made the transition to film. The movies are well-made and the acting is excellent. I think that the Hunger Games movies are a great way to introduce young people to the dystopian genre and to get them thinking about the dangers of totalitarianism.