The Hunger Games Cast: Catching Up with Their Current Ventures
Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth have successfully moved on from their iconic roles in 'The Hunger Games' franchise Discover the current endeavors and latest photos of these talented actors, along with other notable cast members such as Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, and Stanley Tucci
Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth have triumphed in their post-Hunger Games endeavors, affirming that fortune has always favored them.
Adapted from Suzanne Collins' popular young adult novels, The Hunger Games (2012), The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013), The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 (2014), and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 2 (2015) garnered immense success at the box office. These movies transport audiences to a dystopian universe where a group of teenagers are compelled to fight for survival.
The franchise featured not only Lawrence, Hutcherson, and Hemsworth but also Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Stanley Tucci, and Donald Sutherland. The costars developed strong bonds, particularly the main trio.
"In all our interviews, everyone could see it," Hutcherson revealed exclusively to We in September 2020, referring to their friendship. "We would act like silly kids together, goofing around. I don't know how we managed to accomplish anything. It's astonishing that the movies turned out well."
The actor disclosed that their bond persists, as they maintain frequent communication even years after wrapping up filming for the franchise.
"We always make it a point to reunite and catch up whenever we happen to be in the same location," he clarified. "While we don't have a Hunger Games group chat, a few of us are part of a couple of email threads."
Keep scrolling to see what the Hunger Games cast is up to now:
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‘The Hunger Games’ Cast: Where Are They Now?
Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth have seamlessly transitioned from the Hunger Games franchise to achieve remarkable success, convincingly proving that fortune has perpetually favored them.
Inspired by Suzanne Collins' popular young adult novels of the same title, The Hunger Games (2012), The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013), The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 (2014), and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 2 (2015) enjoyed unprecedented success in theaters. These movies portray a harrowing tale of a group of teenagers compelled to fight for their very survival in a dystopian society.
In addition to Lawrence, Hutcherson, and Hemsworth, the franchise also featured Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Stanley Tucci, and Donald Sutherland. The cast members developed strong relationships with each other, particularly the main trio.
According to Hutcherson, their friendship was evident in all of their interviews together. They would often act silly and goof around, making it difficult to believe they were able to remain focused and complete their work. He expressed his surprise that the movies turned out well despite their playful nature.
The actor disclosed that their bond persists, maintaining regular communication even years after the filming of the franchise concluded.
"When we happen to be in the same location, we always make it a point to gather and spend time together," he elaborated. "Although we don't have a collective chat specifically for the Hunger Games cast, a handful of us are part of a few email threads."
Keep scrolling to see what the Hunger Games cast is up to now:
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Jennifer Lawrence (Katniss Everdeen)
Lawrence rapidly rose to become one of Hollywood's most highly sought-after actresses in dramatic roles. Her performances in films like American Hustle, Joy, and Silver Linings Playbook earned her critical acclaim, including an Academy Award for Best Actress in 2013. She has also showcased her talent in Mother!, Passengers, X-Men: Apocalypse, Red Sparrow, and Don't Look Up.
In October 2019, the actress tied the knot with art gallerist Cooke Maroney. In September 2021, news emerged that they were expecting their first child, and in February 2022, they joyfully welcomed their son Cy.
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Josh Hutcherson (Peeta Mellark)
The former child star stayed busy with roles on Future Man, Red Dawn, The Disaster Artist and Ultraman. He also works as a producer.
Hutcherson has been dating his Escobar: Paradise Lost costar Claudia Traisac since 2013.
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Liam Hemsworth (Gale Hawthorne)
The Australian actor is a renowned movie star, having shown his talent in films such as Isn't It Romantic, Independence Day: Resurgence, The Dressmaker, Most Dangerous Game, and Paranoia.
In December 2018, Hemsworth tied the knot with his co-star from The Last Song, Miley Cyrus. Unfortunately, less than eight months later, they announced their separation, and their divorce was finalized in February 2020. Hemsworth then started dating model Gabriella Brooks towards the end of 2019. However, it was confirmed in August 2022 that their relationship had come to an end after over two years.
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Woody Harrelson (Haymitch Abernathy)
Harrelson has gained attention for his notable performances in various films and TV shows, such as True Detective, Now You See Me, LBJ, The Edge of Seventeen, Venom, Midway, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, and his appearances on Saturday Night Live. He has also received nominations for prestigious awards like the Oscar, Emmy, and Golden Globe.
The actor has been married to Laura Louie since 2008. They share three daughters: Deni, Zoe and Makani.
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Elizabeth Banks (Effie Trinket)
Banks is a multitalented individual who engages in various creative endeavors such as acting, writing, directing, and producing her own projects. Some of her recent noteworthy works include Charlie's Angels, Pitch Perfect 3, Power Rangers, Mrs. America, and Press Your Luck.
In 2003, she tied the knot with Max Handelman, and the couple is blessed with two sons named Felix and Magnus.
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Willow Shields (Primrose Everdeen)
In addition to her roles in Spinning Out, The Unsettling, Into the Rainbow, and Woodstock or Bust, Shields made her mark on season 20 of Dancing With the Stars in 2015. At just 14 years old, she became the youngest contestant ever to compete on the show.
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Donald Sutherland (President Snow)
The actor starred in Ad Astra, Crossing Lines, Milton’s Secret, Ice, Trust and The Undoing.
Sutherland tied the knot with Francine Racette in 1972. He is a father of five: twins Kiefer and Rachel as well as sons Rossif, Angus and Roeg.
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Stanley Tucci (Caesar Flickerman)
Tucci has appeared in a wide range of genres, including features in Beauty and the Beast, Feud: Bette and Joan, Limetown, BoJack Horseman, and A Private War. He tied the knot with Felicity Blunt in 2012 and they have two children together, Matteo and Emilia. Additionally, Tucci is a father to Nicolo and Isabel, his twins, as well as Camilla from his previous marriage to the late Kate Tucci.
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Lenny Kravitz (Cinna)
Kravitz appeared on Better Things and Star after The Hunger Games. He has also released albums titled Strut and Raise Vibration.
The musician, who has been in relationships with Lisa Bonet, Nicole Kidman, Adriana Lima and Vanessa Paradis in the past, is the father of daughter Zoë Kravitz, whom he shares with Bonet.
