Exclusive | ‘Hunger Games’ star Jeffrey Wright reveals if he’ll be in the Haymitch movie: ‘Super smart material’

Exclusive | ‘Hunger Games’ star Jeffrey Wright reveals if he’ll be in the Haymitch movie: ‘Super smart material’

He volunteers as tribute.  Jeffrey Wright would consider returning to District 3 as Beetee Latier. In June, it was confirmed that a new “Hunger Games” prequel movie focusing on Haymitch Abernathy would debut in 2026. “I hadn’t heard anything about that,” the Oscar-nominated actor told The Post while promoting his new show, “The Agency.” The … Read more

Author Suzanne Collins announces new ‘Hunger Games’ book following this iconic character

Author Suzanne Collins announces new ‘Hunger Games’ book following this iconic character

NEW YORK — Inspired by an 18th century Scottish philosopher and the modern scourge of misinformation, Suzanne Collins is returning to the ravaged, post-apocalyptic land of Panem for a new “The Hunger Games” novel. Scholastic announced Thursday that “Sunrise on the Reaping,” the fifth volume of Collins’ blockbuster dystopian series, will be published March 18, 2025. The … Read more

‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé’ is the queen of the box office

‘Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé’ is the queen of the box office

She’s the Queen Bey of the box office. “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé” reigned supreme on its first night in theaters Friday, raking in $11.5 million, according to IMDB’s Box Office Mojo. The documentary concert film written, directed and produced by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, is expected to enjoy as much as a $24-million-dollar opening, according to Deadline. Variety … Read more

‘Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ stays on top of box office for Black Friday

‘Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ stays on top of  box office for Black Friday

“The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” stayed at No. 1 at the box office on Black Friday, retaining the top spot in its second week on the screens. The dystopian action film took in $11.4 million on a relatively slow night at the movies, according to IMDB’s Box Office Mojo. Ridley Scott’s … Read more

‘Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes’ at top of box office

‘Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes’ at top of box office

It was feast, not famine for “The Hunger Games” prequel. “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes” earned $19.1 million on Friday, its first night in theaters, according to Deadline. The Post said the dystopian action film, which is predicted to enjoy a $30-million opening weekend, leaves viewers “hungry for a meatier conclusion.” “Trolls … Read more

‘Hunger Games’ producer reveals if Jennifer Lawrence will return to franchise

‘Hunger Games’ producer reveals if Jennifer Lawrence will return to franchise

The “Hunger Games” franchise is set to release their newest installment “Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes” later this month. While the series began in 2012 with Jennifer Lawrence in the lead role of Katniss Everdeen, it’s unlikely that she would ever appear in future films. Producer Nina Jacobson revealed that any further appearances by Lawrence, … Read more

How ‘Jaws’, ‘Squid Game’ and Katniss Everdeen changed the world

How ‘Jaws’, ‘Squid Game’ and Katniss Everdeen changed the world

The shows we watch not only affect how we feel — they can also have an effect on everything from the economy to geopolitics. It’s a topic explored by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Walter Hickey in his new book, “You Are What You Watch — How Movies and TV Affect Everything.” Case in point: The huge … Read more

Jennifer Lawrence clarifies female-led action movie remark after she was roasted: ‘It came out wrong’

Jennifer Lawrence clarifies female-led action movie remark after she was roasted: ‘It came out wrong’

She’s testifying in the court of JLaw. Following a firestorm of criticism, actress Jennifer Lawrence is clarifying false remarks she made earlier concerning woman-led action movies. The Oscar-winning actress issued the alleged correction Thursday while speaking with The Hollywood Reporter. “It was my blunder and it came out wrong,” Lawrence, 32, admitted in the interview … Read more