New Hunger Games Novel Confirmed for 2025

A new "Hunger Games" novel by Suzanne Collins, titled "Sunrise on the Reaping," is set to release on March 18, 2025. This fifth installment in the dystopian series takes place 40 years after "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" and 24 years before the original "Hunger Games" novel. Focusing on the morning of the reaping for the Fiftieth Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell, the book dives into themes of implicit submission, propaganda, and the power of narrative control. While there are no official announcements about a film adaptation, the series' past success in cinema suggests it could follow suit.

There are no official announcements regarding a film adaptation of "Sunrise on the Reaping," but given the success of previous "Hunger Games" films, it is a possibility.

The "Hunger Games" series, which includes four films starring Jennifer Lawrence, has grossed $3.3 billion worldwide, making it the 20th highest-grossing film franchise. The prequel "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes," adapted into a film in 2023, earned $337.4 million globally. These adaptations have continued to drive interest and success for the franchise, paving the way for potential future film projects.