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Perth Now
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Kieran Culkin joining cast of latest ‘Hunger Games' film
Kieran Culkin is joining the cast of the latest 'Hunger Games' film. The actor, 41, has enjoyed a resurgence in fame thanks to his roles in 'Succession' and 'A Real Pain', and is now stepping into the glittering shoes of Caesar Flickerman in the upcoming prequel movie 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping'. Its producer Nina Jacobson was quoted by Variety saying: 'Kieran's magnetism, wit, and unpredictability make him a perfect fit for Caesar Flickerman. 'A host like Caesar transforms brutality into entertainment, and an actor as layered as Kieran makes sure we don't look away.' Kieran takes over the role made famous by Stanley Tucci in the original four-film franchise. Sunrise on the Reaping', based on Suzanne Collins' latest novel, takes place 24 years before the events of the first film and centres on a young Haymitch Abernathy – played in the new adaptation by Joseph Zada – during the 50th Hunger Games, known as the Second Quarter Quell. The film is slated for release on 20 November 2026. Its cast also includes Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird, Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Maya Hawke as Wiress, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee, Lili Taylor as Mags, Ben Wang as Wyatt, Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket and Ralph Fiennes as President Snow. Molly McCann will portray Louella, with Iona Bell as her Capitol-assigned lookalike, Lou Lou. Lionsgate Motion Picture Group co-president Erin Westerman was also quoted Variety saying: 'Kieran's scene-stealing presence and undeniable charm are perfect for Caesar Flickerman, the sickeningly watchable host of Panem's darkest spectacle. Stanley Tucci made Caesar unforgettable – and now Kieran will make the role entirely his own.' Francis Lawrence returns to direct the film, having helmed every entry in the franchise since 2012's 'Catching Fire'. The screenplay has been adapted by Billy Ray. Jacobson and Brad Simpson will produce under the Color Force banner, with Cameron MacConomy serving as executive producer. Culkin's casting comes during a high point in his career. He won the best supporting actor Oscar earlier this year for his performance in 'A Real Pain', opposite Jesse Eisenberg, and previously took home the lead actor in a drama Emmy for his role as Roman Roy in HBO's 'Succession'. He is currently starring in a sold-out Broadway run of 'Glengarry Glen Ross' alongside Bob Odenkirk and Bill Burr. The original 'Hunger Games' films have grossed more than $3.3 billion worldwide.
Geek Feed
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Feed
Hunger Games Prequel Has Cast Kieran Culkin as Caesar Flickerman
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes had introduced Hunger Games audiences to Lucky Flickerman (Jason Shcwartzman), the first host of the Hunger Games, but Sunrise on the Reaping will bring in the host from Katniss' days, Caesar Flickerman. Just in, they've announced that the role of Flickerman is going to be played by none other than Succession 's Kieran Culkin. Here's the official announcement: Caesar Flickerman. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping – in theaters November 20, 2026. — The Hunger Games (@TheHungerGames) May 21, 2025 Originally, the part of Caesar was played by Stanley Tucci, and the host of the Hunger Games in Ballad was supposed to be Caesar's ancestor. By the time of Katniss' Everdeen's games though, Caesar had already been hosting the games for 40 years, so it would make sense that he would appear in Sunrise of the Reaping. Besides Elle Fanning getting cast as Effie, a lot of people also think that Kieran Culkin is an amazing choice for Flickerman. Admittedly, Tucci's take has a more detached show host feel to the character, but maybe Culkin's younger Flickerman could be more energetic and chaotic when it comes to his interviews with the tributes. No doubt he may also have some sharp commentary on how the games would play out. If anything, it's going to be interesting just how colorfully they're going to dress him up as a young Caesar. By the time he's Stanley Tucci, Caesar already looks like he's done everything to appear as young as he possibly could. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is set to come out in theaters on Nov. 20, 2026.
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
Kieran Culkin joins 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' cast as Caesar Flickerman
Kieran Culkin joins 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' cast as Caesar Flickerman Bruce Glikas/WireImage/Getty Images Kieran Culkin is the latest star to join the cast of "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping." The Academy Award winner will portray Caesar Flickerman in the highly anticipated film, Lionsgate announced on social media Thursday. Stanley Tucci portrayed the character in the previous "Hunger Games" films, from 2012 to 2015. Kieran Culkin poses at the opening night of David Mamet's "Glengarry Glen Ross" at The Palace Theatre on March 31, 2025 in New York City. Bruce Glikas/WireImage/Getty Images In the films, Caesar is the host of the Hunger Games and interviews the tributes the night before the competition begins. The cast for the upcoming "Sunrise on the Reaping" film is already a star-studded one. Previously announced cast members include Whitney Peak, McKenna Grace, Jesse Plemons, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Maya Hawke, Lili Taylor, Ben Wang and Ralph Fiennes, who will portray the villainous President Snow. Lionsgate also recently announced that Molly McCann and Iona Bell will portray the characters Louella and Lou Lou in the upcoming film. They join a cast led by relative newcomer Joseph Zada, who plays Haymitch. Earlier this week, it was announced that Elle Fanning will play Effie Trinket. The character was previously portrayed by Elizabeth Banks in the first three "Hunger Games" films. "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping" arrives in theaters Nov. 20, 2026.
Los Angeles Times
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Kieran Culkin joins ‘Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping': Here's the full cast
Keiran Culkin is joining 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' as eccentric host Caesar Flickerman. An adaptation of Suzanne Collins' novel of the same name from her hit franchise, 'Sunrise on the Reaping' hits theaters Nov. 20, 2026. It is the second prequel to the original 'Hunger Games' series, following 'The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.' 'Kieran's scene-stealing presence and undeniable charm are perfect for Caesar Flickerman, the sickeningly watchable host of Panem's darkest spectacle,' Lionsgate Motion Picture Group co-president Erin Westerman said in a press release. 'Stanley Tucci made Caesar unforgettable — and now Kieran will make the role entirely his own.' Culkin is on a hot streak, most recently winning the Oscar for supporting actor for the dramedy 'A Real Pain' and an Emmy for his role as Roman Roy in HBO's drama 'Succession.' He is currently starring in the revival of 'Glengarry Glen Ross' on Broadway. 'Sunrise' takes place 24 years before the events of the first novel featuring Katniss Everdeen (played by Jennifer Lawrence in the film franchise) and Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson), and 40 years after 'The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.' It focuses on Haymitch Abernathy's plight during the 50th Hunger Games, known as the Second Quarter Quell, when he became District 12's second victor. Abernathy, played by Woody Harrelson, is mentor to Katniss and Peeta in the original series. In the prequel, Joseph Zada will play Abernathy. Other previously announced cast members include Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee, Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird, Maya Hawke as Wiress, Lili Taylor as Mags, Ben Wang as Wyatt, Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket, Molly McCann as Louella, Iona Bell as Louella's Capitol-assigned look-alike Lou Lou and Ralph Fiennes as the main antagonist, President Snow. Fans of the series have been largely enthusiastic about the casting decisions, noting the strong physical likeness between the new stars and their older counterparts in the original series. On Wednesday's Instagram post announcing Culkin's casting, several users commented that the casting decisions were in line with fans' visions for the new film.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kieran Culkin to Play Caesar in ‘Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' (Exclusive)
Kieran Culkin is following up his Oscar win with a spot in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. The actor has been cast as Caesar Flickerman in the forthcoming Lionsgate film, The Hollywood Reporter has learned exclusively. Francis Lawrence directs the movie adaptation of Suzanne Collins' best-selling novel that will hit theaters Nov. 20, 2026. More from The Hollywood Reporter 'Sentimental Value' Review: Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgard and Elle Fanning Illuminate Joachim Trier's Piercing Reflection on Family and Memory John Krasinski Didn't Know Brother-in-Law Stanley Tucci Was His 'Fountain of Youth' Co-Star Until Midway Through Filming Elle Fanning to Play Effie in 'Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' (Exclusive) Caesar is the eccentric host of the Hunger Games. Stanley Tucci portrayed an older version of the character in the series' first four films that kicked off with The Hunger Games hitting theaters in 2012. Previously announced castmembers for Sunrise on the Reaping include Joseph Zada, Whitney Peak, Mckenna Grace, Jesse Plemons, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Maya Hawke, Lili Taylor and Ben Wang. THR's exclusive casting reporting has included Ralph Fiennes as the diabolical President Snow; Molly McCann and Iona Bell as standout book characters Louella and Lou Lou, respectively; and Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket. Lawrence helms the movie from a script by Billy Ray that adapts Collins' book. Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson produce for Color Force, while Cameron MacConomy executive produces. 'Kieran's scene-stealing presence and undeniable charm are perfect for Caesar Flickerman, the sickeningly watchable host of Panem's darkest spectacle,' says Lionsgate Motion Picture Group co-president Erin Westerman. 'Stanley Tucci made Caesar unforgettable — and now Kieran will make the role entirely his own.' Jacobson adds, 'Kieran's magnetism, wit and unpredictability make him a perfect fit for Caesar Flickerman. A host like Caesar transforms brutality into entertainment, and an actor as layered as Kieran makes sure we don't look away.' Meredith Wieck and Scott O'Brien oversee Sunrise on the Reaping for Lionsgate. Phil Strina handled the deal on behalf of the studio. The book Sunrise on the Reaping takes place in Panem on the morning of the reaping for the 50th Hunger Games, 24 years before the events in The Hunger Games, the first novel that published in 2008. The franchise's first five movies have surpassed $3.3 billion at the worldwide box office, with the initial four films led by Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen. Culkin won the best supporting actor Academy Award earlier this year for A Real Pain and is a three-time Emmy nominee for Succession. He currently stars on Broadway in Glengarry Glen Ross alongside Bob Odenkirk and Bill Burr. Culkin is represented by WME, Brookside Artist Management and Relevant. Best of The Hollywood Reporter Hollywood Stars Who Are One Award Away From an EGOT 'The Goonies' Cast, Then and Now "A Nutless Monkey Could Do Your Job": From Abusive to Angst-Ridden, 16 Memorable Studio Exec Portrayals in Film and TV
