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Yahoo
13 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Elle Fanning Finally Reacted To 'Sunrise On The Reaping' Fans Calling For Her To Play Effie
The cast might be the best movie cast of 2026 — and it definitely proves that the Hunger Games team knows exactly what to look for when casting a role. Joseph Zada as Haymitch? Jesse Plemons as Plutarch? Ralph Fiennes as President Snow? I didn't think it could get much better than then it was announced that Elle Fanning is joining too. And OG Effie, Elizabeth Banks, just weighed in! Here's what Elle Fanning said about playing Effie Trinket in Sunrise on the Reaping. Who's playing Effie Trinket in Sunrise on the Reaping? Elle Fanning will step into the role of a young Effie Trinket (played by Elizabeth Banks in the original Hunger Games series), who serves as the District 12 stylist in the 50th Hunger Games. And Elle's convinced the fans had something to do with the role. 'I think fans made this happen in a way. [Lionsgate] said they were getting kind of hounded online, like, 'Elle needs to play Effie,'" Elle told MTV. "Effie has always been my favorite character. I think Elizabeth Banks, she to that character. I love her." "I'm super excited. I texted the producers as well, and I think she's perfect," Elizabeth Banks told at her The Better Sister premiere May 21. "I think everyone's really happy. And I'm really happy about that. I'm excited for the next generation to have their Effie." And the internet has gone crazy. "The most locked in casting director of recent memory," one X user , while another , "she's so perfect for the role." "if this is true then their casting is on point!" a third person . (It is true, and it is on point). But could we see Elizabeth Banks return, too? The actress told that she'd be open to returning — maybe in a Sunrise on the Reaping epilogue? "Yeah, of course, I love her," she says. "I would, if the fans want to." "I love Effie, it's one of my favorite characters," she continues. "She was not really in Mockingjay, so a lot of that came from the empathy that I got to bring to that character and the community I built with all of the collaborators on that film, including Suzanne Collins, and I think that Effie and Haymitch together became such a phenomenon that it's no surprise to me that Haymitch is getting a story now too." Who else do you want to see in the cast? Check out our with producer Nina Jacobson for more! This post has been updated. Solve the daily Crossword
Buzz Feed
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Elle Fanning Said Fan Commentary Influenced Her Hunger Games Casting
When it was revealed this year that Elle Fanning would be playing Effie Trinket in the film adaptation of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, the announcement was both incredibly exciting and not all that surprising. Sunrise on the Reaping is the second prequel book in Suzanne Collins' Hunger Games novel series, and is set 24 years before the events of the first book in the original trilogy. The book — which hit shelves in March 2025 — and its accompanying movie adaptation were announced back in June 2024, and fans had already locked in their ideal castings for the prequel's younger versions of beloved characters like Haymitch Abernathy, Plutarch Heavensbee, Caesar Flickerman, and, of course, Effie Trinket. For context, Effie features heavily in the original Hunger Games trilogy as the escort and advisor to the District 12 tributes. And in Sunrise on the Reaping, a younger Effie is a stylist for Haymitch, who is preparing to participate in the 50th Hunger Games as the District 12 tribute. If you're familiar with the Hunger Games, you'll know that Effie — who was portrayed in the OG movies by Elizabeth Banks — is quite the fashionista. So, when it came to casting a younger Effie for Sunrise on the Reaping, minds went straight to Elle, who fans think has always been 'giving Effie Trinket energy.' 'y'all have any idea that this fandom has been making young effie edits with elle fanning for YEARS??? and until months ago this was an impossible dream???' one X post in response to the announcement read.'Casting director deserves an Oscar alone for what he's done here,' added another fan, while someone else wrote: 'OH MY GOD ITS HAPPENING THE PROPHECY WE MADE IT GUYSSZBDJCJFNDJDJFN.''Elle fanning as Effie Trinket was the most accurate and universally accepted casting that has ever happened in recent years,' echoed someone else. And now, Elle has weighed in on the discourse surrounding her casting, revealing that the online campaigning from fans definitely influenced her landing the job. During a new interview with Josh Horowitz for MTV, Elle was asked about her 'perfect casting' in the upcoming project, to which she said: 'It was funny, because I think fans made this happen in a way. The studio said they were getting kind of hounded online, like, 'Elle needs to play Effie'...So they called.' And it's not just the fans who are pleased with Elle's casting; Elizabeth Banks is very much on board too. When Elle was announced as Effie, Elizabeth contacted her directly with celebratory flowers and told People: 'I'm super excited. I texted the producers as well, and I think she's perfect.' Speaking with MTV, Elle expressed how thrilled she is to be following in Elizabeth's footsteps. 'I'm a huge fan, and Effie has always been my favorite character,' she said. 'I think Elizabeth Banks is— she brought so much, even beyond the books, like, layers to that character. I love her, and I have [gotten] to talk to Elizabeth. We've texted, and she sent me flowers and said, 'May the odds be ever in your favor.'' The movie is due to begin shooting this summer and is currently set to hit theaters on November 20, 2026. Giving some behind-the-scenes insight, Elle said: 'I haven't started filming yet, but we're thinking [about it] and hopefully making the fans happy.' As you may have seen, Elle's participation in Sunrise on the Reaping isn't the only fan-casting for the movie that became a reality. You can read a breakdown of who's playing who in the upcoming movie adaptation here.
See - Sada Elbalad
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
"The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping" Adds Iris Apatow and Edvin Ryding as Production Begins
Yara Sameh Iris Apatow and Edvin Ryding have rounded out the cast of 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' as production begins on the Lionsgate film. The pair has been cast to play Proserpina and Vitus, two Capitol University students assigned to the prep team for the District 12 Tributes. They join an all-star cast, including Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin, Elle Fanning, Ralph Fiennes, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Maya Hawke, Jesse Plemons, Billy Porter and Lili Taylor, alongside rising stars Joseph Zada, Whitney Peak, Mckenna Grace, and Ben Wang, among others. The film adaptation of Suzanne Collins' 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' will be released worldwide on November 20, 2026. Francis Lawrence will direct from a screenplay adaptation by Billy Ray. Color Force's Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson will produce alongside Lawrence. Cameron MacConomy will executive produce. The five films in the franchise have taken in over $3.3 billion at the box office. Driven by this A-list cast, 'Sunrise on the Reaping' lined up an impressive array of international distribution partners coming out of Cannes, including Leonine (Germany), Metropolitan (France), Nordisk (Scandinavia) and Belga (Benelux). The studio also previously announced the supporting cast of the film, including Laura Marcus as Silka, Percy Daggs IV as Ampert, Rada Rae as Wellie, Jhaleil Swaby as Panache, John Doeble as Buck, Alina Reid as Kerna, Salimou Thiam as Clayton, Kaine Buffonge as Hull, Sky Frances as Maritte, Tatyana Muzondo as Ringina, Kara Tointon as Willamae, Smylie Bradwell as Sid, Melody Chikakane Brown as Hattie Meeny, Grace Ackary as Asterid, Scot Greenan as Burdock, Jeffrey Hallman as Clerk Carmine, Sandra Förster as Hersilia, Serafin Mishiev as Woodbine Chance, Jax Guerrero as Tibby and Jefferson White as Mr. McCoy. Meredith Wieck and Scott O'Brien are overseeing 'Sunrise on the Reaping' for Lionsgate. Robert Melnik negotiated the casting deals for the studio. Apatow is currently shooting a recurring role on season three of 'Tell Me Lies' for Hulu. She most recently starred in 'Young Werther' and the Netflix series 'Unstable.' She is next set to appear in the feature 'Ballerina Overdrive.' Ryding is best known as the star of the Netflix series 'Young Royals,' and most recently appeared in a memorable role in Danny Boyle's '28 Years Later.' Published on March 18, 'Sunrise on the Reaping' revisits the world of Panem 24 years before the events of 'The Hunger Games,' starting on the morning of the reaping of the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell. The Suzanne Collins novel sold 1.5 million copies worldwide in its first week, more than doubling the book sales of the last 'Hunger Games' book. It continues to hold the top spot on Amazon and USA Today, while the book series remains #1 on the New York Times bestseller list. Excitement surrounding the franchise has also propelled it into new areas, including 'The Hunger Games' stage play adaptation from Olivier-winning playwright Conor McPherson set to premiere in London in October. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
North Wales Live
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
Days left to nab free audiobooks by top-rated authors for three months at Amazon
Audiobooks have become a favourite for those who enjoy literature on the move, be it during a stroll, household chores or driving. With an extensive range of books available in audio format, keeping up with the latest releases can be costly - but an Amazon Prime deal offers Prime Members the chance to indulge in audible literature at no cost. Prime Members can nab themselves 3 months of Audible for free. Members can select one bestseller or new release each month, which will be theirs to keep, and they can listen unlimitedly to thousands of included audiobooks, podcasts, and originals from July 6 to July 31. After the three-month period, the subscription continues at £8.99 per month. Audible boasts a vast selection of audiobooks. For instance, listeners could tune into Sunrise on the Reaping: A Hunger Games Novel, narrated by actor Jefferson White, known for his role as Jimmy Hurdstrom in Yellowstone. The book chronicles the fiftieth annual Hunger Games, where twice the usual number of tributes are taken from their homes, reports Wales Online. Another choice is A Court of Thorns and Roses Book 1 by Sarah J. Maas, the first dramatised audiobook adaptation of the number one New York Times bestselling series. The novel now features a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music. For those keen on farming tales, there's also Diddly Squat: A Year on the Farm by Jeremy Clarkson which welcomes listeners into Jeremy's agricultural adventure - alongside his partner Lisa, Kaleb the tractor operator, Charlie, Ellen the shepherd and his head of security and dry stone wall builder Gerald. If Audible isn't the preferred choice for enjoying favourite books, readers could alternatively explore Google Play Books which offers a selection of both complimentary and paid titles, collections and options spanning fiction, non-fiction and real-life accounts to select from. Spotify also provides a variety of Audiobooks through its Premium service that permits up to 15 hours of audiobook listening with numerous titles to pick from. Nevertheless, the titles available on Audible have received excellent ratings. For instance, Sunrise on the Reaping: A Hunger Games Novel has achieved an impressive 4.7 out of 5 star rating on the Amazon platform. One reviewer commented: "'Sunrise on the Reaping' is one of those rare prequels that deepens the original story rather than simply leaning on nostalgia. I genuinely loved this book." Another said: "Sunrise on the Reaping is everything I hoped for in a Hunger Games prequel - and more. Suzanne Collins dives deep into the twisted roots of the Games, set 24 years before Katniss volunteers, and the result is equal parts chilling and fascinating." "This book captures the emotion of the characters better than any of the other books in the series," remarked another listener. However, not everyone was enamoured with all of the audiobooks. One individual reviewed Diddly Squat: A Year on the Farm and said: "I was expecting this to be a full narrative of the first year on the farm. Turns out it's extracts from his column in the Sunday Times which have been arranged in a sort of yearly order. No doubt there will be snippets I've not heard of before from watching the TV series, only read first few chapters, but initially I'm disappointed."
UPI
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
'Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' adds Iris Apatow
1 of 5 | Iris Apatow (R), pictured with father Judd Apatow, arrive for the MTV Movie Awards in 2015. Iris is joining the cast of the upcoming "Hunger Games" prequel "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping." File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo July 25 (UPI) -- Iris Apatow, the daughter of director Judd Apatow and actress Leslie Mann, is joining the cast of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. The 20-year-old actress will portray Proserpina, according to an announcement on the feature's official social media account. Also joining the cast are Jax Guerrero as Tibby, Edvin Rydin as Vitus and Sandra Forster as Hersilia. Sunrise on the Reaping is a prequel to the Hunger Games films that starred Jennifer Lawrence. Friday's casting news follows the earlier announcement Glenn Close and Billy Porter will be the movie's Drusilla Sickle and Magno Stift, respectively. Kieran Culkin will play Caesar Flickerman, while Ralph Fiennes will be President Snow. The cast will also include Whitney Peak, Mckenna Grace, Jesse Plemons, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Maya Hawke, Lili Taylor and Ben Wang.
