Unanswered Questions After The Hunger Games Prequel

The Fate of Lucy Gray Baird

The first thing that a Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes sequel should address is Lucy Gray Baird's fate. Near the movie's end, Lucy Gray and Coriolanus plan to run away together, but he starts to see her as a loose end he needs to get rid of before returning to his life in the Capitol. Lucy Gray tries to run and hide from Coriolanus in the forest as he hunts her and starts shooting at the trees. It's unknown if Lucy Gray survived the attack or if Coriolanus killed her. She could have gotten away and escaped to District 13 or died from the elements. Unfortunately, Collins admitted in multiple interviews that she left Lucy Gray's fate up for interpretation on purpose. So, it's unlikely that fans will ever get a clear answer regarding if Coriolanus killed her or if she escaped his wrath.

Rachel Zegler as Lucy Gray Baird Turning While Playing the Guitar in The Hunger Games The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

Snow's Rise to Power

The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes didn't end with Coriolanus becoming the president of Panem, meaning that the year he assumed the presidency is still unknown. Also, how he rose to power is unclear. The prequel's ending reveals that Volumnia Gaul becomes Snow's mentor and implies she helps him gain respect and power in the Capitol. However, the story doesn't explain how long it took Snow to rise through the ranks and become the most influential person in Panem, as seen in the first three Hunger Games movies.

Tom Blyth as Coriolanus Snow is standing in the Capitol in The Hunger Games Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

Tigris's Stylist Role

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes began with Coriolanus and Tigris as close as ever. They had suffered many tragedies, which had made their bond almost unbreakable. However, once Coriolanus embraced his dark side, Tigris pulled away from her cousin. Despite their strained relationship, Snow eventually hired Tigris as a stylist for the Games, but the timing is unknown.

Hunter Schafer as Tigris in Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes trailer