Top 10 Hunger Games Stars: Where Are They Now?
#10: Amandla Stenberg Rue
Since her heartbreaking portrayal of Rue, Katniss’ small but mighty young ally, Amandla Stenberg has shown that her might extends not just beyond the universe of the riveting franchise but that it has also reached other realms. Apart from the numerous films and TV shows she has since scored roles in – including the heart-wrenching indie flick ‘Everything, Everything,’ and supernatural series ‘Sleepy Hollow’ – she is known for her outspoken beliefs on sexuality, gender identity, and race issues. In the mid 2010s, she became part of Oprah Winfrey’s list of SuperSoul 100 visionaries and influential leaders and gave a powerful talk on her activism. The multi-talented starlet has also released 2 EPs with her folk band ‘Honeywater,’ co-written fantasy comic book ‘Niobe,’ and made a cameo in Beyonce’s music video for Lemonade!
#9: Lenny Kravitz Cinna
Lenny Kravitz has much in common with his role as Katniss’ noble stylist Cinna in The Hunger Games: his impeccable taste and boundless creativity has taken form in numerous ways since his role in the franchise. Thought still dabbling in the acting universe, with multiple cameos and a recurring role in musical drama TV series ‘Star’ under his belt, Kravitz has focused on continuing his esteemed music career, releasing studio albums ‘Strut’ in 2014 and ‘Raise Vibration’ in 2018. He has also turned his creative eye to the design world, establishing his firm ‘Kravitz Design’ in 2003 and partnering with modern furniture store CB2 to design ‘70s inspired pieces with his own unique twist.
#8: Donald Sutherland Coriolanus Snow
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Donald Sutherland’s performance as the tyrannical ruler of Panem, Coriolanus Snow, was bone-chilling, to say the least. Since shooting for the Hunger Games, the veteran actor hasn’t stopped adding credits to his acclaimed career. In 2015, he became the on-screen father to his off-screen son, Kiefer, as they starred alongside each other in the Western drama ‘Forsaken.’ He offered his acting wisdom as a member of the main competition jury of the 2016 Cannes Film Festival and was finally celebrated for his remarkable acting career by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2017, receiving an honorary Oscar. With HBO miniseries “The Undoing” scheduled for release in late 2020, it doesn’t seem like the legendary star is slowing down anytime soon!
#7: Stanley Tucci Caesar Flickerman
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Stanley Tucci wowed us with his on-point performance of the dazzling Master of Ceremonies of the Hunger Games, Caesar Flickerman. Tucci has since showcased his talent in a number of dynamic roles. This includes Greek God Dionysus in ‘Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters,’ lawyer Mitchell Garabedian in ‘Spotlight,’ and some dabbling in the world of voice acting, portraying Maestro Cadenza in the 2017 live-action adaptation of ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ Alongside his venerated acting career, the Emmy-award winning actor has also – quite literally – demonstrated his creative chops through the release of 2 cookbooks.
#6: Willow Shields Primrose Everdeen
The Hunger Games saw the young talent Willow Shields grow up as Katniss’ kind-hearted sister, Primrose Everdeen. After her breakout performance in the franchise, she went on to star as Rachel in the 2017 fantastical film ‘Into the Rainbow.’ Before that though, 2015 saw her compete in the 20th season of ‘Dancing with The Stars’ with ballroom dancer Mark Ballas, snatching the title of youngest contestant to take part in the popular TV series. Shields landed a starring role in the Netflix drama ‘Spinning Out,’ which delved into the world of competitive ice skating. The young star has also embraced other art forms, creating a powerful photo series titled ‘Dear Social Media,’ exploring the unique pressures women face in the modern age.
#5: Elizabeth Banks Effie Trinket
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Elizabeth Banks played the Hunger Games fan-favorite character Effie Trinket, who’s known for her ever-iconic line ‘may the odds be ever in your favor.’ Well, in terms of the ultra-talented actress’ career, the odds were most definitely in her favor. Along with producing and starring in all three ‘Pitch Perfect’ movies, Banks also made her directorial debut with the first sequel, setting a record at the box office for a debut director. She also went on to direct, produce, write and star in the 2019 ‘Charlie’s Angels’ continuation! When the multi-talented star isn’t taking the film industry by storm, she’s showcasing her dynamic presence through diverse avenues – as the face of Old Navy, the host of game show ‘Press Your Luck,’ and appearing in Maroon 5’s ‘Girls Like You’ music video!
#4: Woody Harrelson Haymitch Abernathy
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Though it shocked Panem when Haymitch Abernathy, mentor to Katniss and Peeta, won the 50th Hunger Games, it was no shock to viewers when Woody Harrelson won their hearts playing the role. In 2017, the esteemed actor would go on to star in another action-packed sci-fi film “War for the Planet of the Apes,” as the sinister Colonel. Prior to this, he flaunted his manifold talent when he directed, wrote, produced and starred in ‘Lost in London,’ which was impressively shot as a single take! Meanwhile, for his stellar performance in ‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ Harrelson was nominated for an award by both the Academy and the Screen Actors Guild.
#3: Liam Hemsworth Gale Hawthorne
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When Liam Hemsworth stepped into the role of Gale Hawthorne, viewers swooned over his natural portrayal of Katniss’ loyal and passionate friend. Hemsworth continued to tug on movie-watchers’ heartstrings in the film adaptation of Gothic novel ‘The Dressmaker,’ as a pilot in the epic ‘Independence Day: Resurgence,’ and alongside fellow Australian actress Rebel Wilson in the fantastical rom-com ‘Isn’t It Romantic.’ But Hemsworth’s on-screen relationships haven’t been the only romances of his exposed to the public eye – his almost 10 year on-again-off-again relationship and brief marriage with Miley Cyrus has been highly publicized. He even shot the photo featured as the artwork for her 2017 single ‘Malibu.’
#2: Josh Hutcherson Peeta Mellark
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After departing from his starring role as Peeta Mellark, Katniss’ gentle and compassionate co-tribute, Josh Hutcherson has continued to live up to his character’s nickname ‘The Baker’s Son’ by ‘getting that bread.’ He’s added a multitude of credits to his critically-acclaimed acting career, including James Franco’s biographical comedy ‘The Disaster Artist’ and the film adaptation of Steinbeck’s ‘In Dubious Battle.’ He also starred in the Hulu comedy series ‘Future Man’ as a janitor who is tasked to save the world. In addition, Hutcherson has shown his diverse talents by both executive producing and acting in romantic thriller ‘Escobar: Paradise Lost,’ as well as directing Foster The People’s music video for ‘Worst Nites.’
#1: Jennifer Lawrence Katniss Everdeen
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Jennifer Lawrence’s vulnerable portrayal of the Hunger Games protagonist Katniss Everdeen won her wide critical acclaim, advancing her as one of the world’s highest paying actors. While continuing to star in the X-Men franchise as the alluring shapeshifting mutant Mystique, she appeared in the film adaptation of spy thriller novel ‘Red Sparrow.’ She won her third Golden Globe for her fierce depiction of self-made millionaire Joy Mangano in the 2015 biographical film ‘Joy.’ When she isn’t gracing the big screen with her undeniable talent, she has been known to dedicate her time to producing, founding production company Excellent Cadaver and to multiple charitable organizations, even launching her own ‘Jennifer Lawrence Foundation’ in 2015.
