"Sunrise on the Reaping," one of two prequels Collins has released in the aftermath of the original books, is set 24 years before the events of the series' first novel. Chronicling the 50th Hunger Games, the tale is told from the perspective of Haymitch Abernathy, Katniss' hardened but lovable mentor, who ultimately wins the games.

Jesse Plemons is headed to Panem. The acclaimed actor has joined the cast of “ The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping ” as a young version of Plutarch Heavensbee.

Zada will play fan favorite character Haymitch Abernathy, while Peak steps into the role of Lenore Dove Baird, Haymitch's girlfriend.