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Nearly a month since the announcement ofSunrise on the Reaping,the HaymitchHunger Gamesprequel, fan casting enthusiasm shows no signs of slowing down. From Tom Glynn-Carney ofHouse of the Dragonto aCobra Kaistandout, fans are proposing a range of actors to portray Woody Harrelson’s iconic character.
Among them, Tanner Buchanan’s potential as the younger District 12 mentor has garnered enthusiasm. His response to the fan support adds an extra layer of excitement to the speculation, as he is completely down for it.
Tanner Buchanan is Very Much Eager to Portray Haymitch Abernathy in the UpcomingHunger GamesPrequel!
At the premiere ofCobra Kai’ssixth season,Tanner Buchanan,known for his role as Johnny’s son Robby, found himself fielding questions about the highly anticipatedHunger Gamesproject.
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When asked about the enthusiastic fan casting buzz and the possibility of taking on the beloved character of Haymitch Abernathy, Buchanan’s excitement was through the roof, he said,
I would love to! If I had the opportunity to play that character that would be, I mean, he’s kind of the best character within the entire franchise. So I mean, to be able to play a younger version I would be so happy. But I’m gonna cross my fingers, that would be dope.
Woody Harrelson as Haymitch Abernathy in The Hunger Games [Credit: Lionsgate Films]Watch the full clip here-
#CobraKaistar Tanner Buchanan says he would love to play Young Haymitch in the upcoming#HungerGamesprequel moviepic.twitter.com/f1eL54QSZD
![Woody Harrelson as Haymitch Abernathy in The Hunger Games [Credit: Lionsgate Films]](https://i2.wp.com/fwmedia.fandomwire.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06121809/Woody-Harrelson-as-Haymitch-Abernathy-in-The-Hunger-Games-Credit-Lionsgate-Films-1024x576.jpg)
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR)July 22, 2025
The upcoming film in the Jennifer Lawrence franchise will delve into Haymitch’s early days during his teen years. Despite the actor being 25, his extensive experience portraying a high schooler onCobra Kaiover the years proves he can convincingly portray a younger Haymitch. And fans think the same way!
Fans Rally BehindCobra KaiActor forSunrise on the Reaping!
Haymitch Abernathyfrom Suzanne Collins’Hunger Gamestrilogy, is a former victor of the Hunger Games. Haymitch represents District 12, the same district as the protagonists Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark hail from.
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As the only living victor from District 12, Haymitch serves as a mentor to Katniss and Peeta when they are selected as tributes for the 74th Hunger Games.
Scholastic’s announcement as reported byEntertainment Tonightrevealed that the fifth book in theHunger Gamesseries,Sunrise on the Reaping,is set to be published next year, paving the way for its cinematic adaptation based on the Woody Harrelson character.
Here is what fans think aboutCobra Kai’s Tanner Buchanan taking up the younger version of the role,
Tanner looks like a 90s Teen Beat heartthrob.
— Original Orange Bird (@ogorangebird)August 25, 2025
Definitely yes, if Haymitch should battle with hands and legs
— Erick Kilmonger (@OmegaSupreme228)August 06, 2025
I would love that
— Zachary_Price2002 (@ZPrice2002)July 06, 2025
Yes pleasepic.twitter.com/bzKfhZMZOy
— Fantastic Beasts ▕⃝⃤ (@Potter_Head7)July 17, 2025
Good idea. Why not? Give that man a chance
— Tray Daniel (@TrayDaniel4)June 21, 2025
While the project is still in its very early stages, with the book slated for publication in 2025, fans can anticipate the movie hitting screens by 2026. Although nothing is confirmed yet, supporters are rallying behind theCobra Kaiactor for the role.
Cobra Kaiis streaming on Netflix.
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
