Offering as a spin-off and prequel to The Hunger Games movies, Suzanne Collins’ 2020 novel The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes has also been adapted for the big screen, exploring the origins of Coriolanus Snow, Panem’s ferocious tyrant.
It stars Tom Blyth (Billy the Kid) as the young Snow, Rachel Zegler (West Side Story) as District 12 tribute Lucy Gray Baird, and features an ensemble supporting cast that includes Peter Dinklage (Game of Thrones), Jason Schwartzman (Asteroid City), and Viola Davis (The Woman King).
With the premiere date in Australia just around the corner, here’s everything you need to know about The Hunger Games prequel film, including plot, release date, and full cast details.
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The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes release date Australia
The new movie arrives in Australian theatres today, 16 November 2023, eight years after the final The Hunger Games film was released.
If you’re a huge fan of The Hunger Games franchise, this one is a must-see as it explores the backstory of the book’s intriguing yet unforgiving villain, Coriolanus Snow.
| Movie | Release Date | Run Time |
|---|---|---|
| The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes | Thur, 16 Nov 2023 | 2h 38m |
Will The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes be available on streaming?
With Lionsgate distributing the film, The Ballad of Songbird & Snakes is likely to launch on such streaming services as Foxtel Now, Prime Video, and Netflix after its theatrical run.
It’s supposed to follow in the footsteps of the original The Hunger Games movies, which you can watch on demand using the aforementioned streamers.
What is the plot of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes?
The Hunger Games prequel is set 64 years before the events of The Hunger Games when Coriolanus Snow was only 18 years old. Still reeling from the devastation of the war that cost his family name its wealth and prestige, Coriolanus becomes determined to restore everything that’s been destroyed by the war.
The 10th annual Hunger Games presents itself as a grand opportunity for the young Snow. Chosen as a mentor, he meets Lucy Gray Baird, the female tribute from District 12. Sharp and fierce, Lucy Gray captures not only Coriolanus’ attention but also the Capitol’s.
Together, the young Snow and Lucy Gray set out to emerge as both victor and survivor, uniting their showmanship and political sassines. But by doing so, they ultimately find out who the real songbird and snake is.
FeaturedThe film is directed by Francis Lawrence, who also directed The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2.
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Cast of Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
Tom Blyth and Rachel Zegler headline the new film playing Coriolanus Snow and Lucy Gray Baird, respectively. Peter Dinklage, Jason Schwartzman, Viola Davis, Josh Andrés Rivera, and Hunter Schafer also star.
Check out the complete cast, as well as their respective characters below.
Where to watch The Hunger Games movies?
There are four movies in The Hunger Games franchise, all of which you can watch on demand on the following streaming services:
| The Hunger Games movies | Released | Streaming Services |
|---|---|---|
| The Hunger Games | 2012 | Foxtel Now / Prime Video / Netflix / Stan |
| The Hunger Games: Catching Fire | 2013 | Foxtel Now / Prime Video / Netflix / Stan |
| The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 | 2014 | Foxtel Now / Prime Video / Netflix / Stan |
| The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 | 2015 | Foxtel Now / Prime Video / Netflix / Stan |
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