Josh Hutcherson Open to Returning as Peeta Mellark in Potential Hunger Games Sequel
The actor expressed his enthusiasm at Dream It Con in Paris, contingent on Suzanne Collins writing a new installment following the release of her latest prequel book.
- Josh Hutcherson, who played Peeta Mellark in the original Hunger Games films, has expressed interest in reprising the role if Suzanne Collins writes a new sequel.
- Hutcherson shared his thoughts during an appearance at Dream It Con in Paris, highlighting his curiosity about the timeline between the trilogy's epilogue and Peeta's family life.
- Collins recently released her fifth book in the franchise, 'Sunrise on the Reaping,' a prequel focusing on Haymitch Abernathy's victory in the 50th Hunger Games.
- A film adaptation of 'Sunrise on the Reaping' is in development and scheduled for release in November 2026, continuing the franchise's expansion.
- Fan speculation about future sequels or spin-offs has been reignited by Hutcherson's comments, though no new projects beyond the prequel adaptation have been confirmed.