The Hunger Games

The world will be watching.

20122h 22m7.2(23,754 votes)

Science FictionAdventureActionThriller

Synopsis

In a dystopian society where the Capitol forces each district to send two young tributes to fight to the death in a televised spectacle, a girl volunteers to take her sister’s place, setting the stage for a struggle of survival and defiance.

The Hunger Games (2012) is a science fiction, adventure, action, and thriller film directed by Gary Ross. It stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth. The film runs for 2 hours 22 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.2 out of 10 from 23,754 votes.

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Director

Gary Ross

Cast

Jennifer Lawrence

Katniss Everdeen

Josh Hutcherson

Peeta Mellark

Liam Hemsworth

Gale Hawthorne

Woody Harrelson

Haymitch Abernathy

Elizabeth Banks

Effie Trinket

Lenny Kravitz

Cinna

Stanley Tucci

Caesar Flickerman

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hunger Games

Where can I watch The Hunger Games?

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Who stars in The Hunger Games?

The Hunger Games stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, and Woody Harrelson, and was directed by Gary Ross.

How long is The Hunger Games?

The Hunger Games has a runtime of 2 hours 22 minutes.

When did The Hunger Games come out?

The Hunger Games was released in 2012.

What genre is The Hunger Games?

The Hunger Games is a science fiction, adventure, action, and thriller film.

Is The Hunger Games worth watching?

The Hunger Games holds an average audience score of 7.2 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.