Close will play Drusilla Sickle, while Porter will be Magno Stift in the movie adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ best-selling novel, hitting theaters Nov. 20, 2026.

Veteran actress Glenn Close is the latest big name to join “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping”, the much-anticipated prequel to the blockbuster franchise, reported Deadline.

Sunrise on the Reaping expands its star-studded cast with Glenn Close as Drusilla Sickle and Billy Porter as Magno Stift. Set to be released on November 20, 2026, this prequel explores the intense backdrop of the Hunger Games' 50th edition.