Like "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes," "Sunrise on the Reaping" is a prequel. The story follows 16-year-old Haymitch Abernathy as he navigates being reaped and having to fight to the death in the 50th annual Hunger Games.

Long live the Covey! This week, there's been much excitement for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, which is among the upcoming book adaptations. A plethora of casting news has surfaced, as the young Haymitch actor was revealed alongside the actress playing Haymitch’s girlfriend.

Jesse Plemons has officially been cast in 'The Hunger Games' prequel 'Sunrise on the Reaping' as a young Plutarch Heavensbee, originated by his former movie dad Philip Seymour Hoffman in the film franchise.