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The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1

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Following her rescue from the devastating Quarter Quell, Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) awakes in the complex beneath the supposedly destroyed District 13. Her home, District 12, has been reduced to rubble, and Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson) is now the brainwashed captive of President Snow (Donald Sutherland). At the same time, Katniss also learns about a secret rebellion spreading throughout all of Panem -- a rebellion that will place her at the center of a plot to turn the tables on Snow.
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The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 sets up the franchise finale with a penultimate chapter loaded with solid performances and smart political subtext, though it comes up short on the action front.

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Jordan Hoffman Esquire Magazine Oct 18, 2018
The meat of this franchise seems more in line with Edward Bernays than any fantasy or sci-fi author. This latest edition takes public relations to its bloodiest extreme. Go to Full Review Aramide Tinubu Shadow and Act Apr 12, 2017
This is certainly a film adults can get into. The explosions, propaganda techniques, and unrest are a reminder of a history not entirely out of reach; a world and society all too realistic. for many living today. Go to Full Review Jason Bailey Flavorwire Jun 7, 2016
It may be the franchise's third movie, but it plays like its 'Empire Strikes Back.' Go to Full Review Joseph Tomastik Loud and Clear Reviews Dec 4, 2024
4/5
Mockingjay Part 1 is not a flawless story from start to finish ... but I still love it for taking the unexpected route of a slow-burn political thriller that dives deeper into the power of intellectual and media-driven warfare. Go to Full Review Sean Axmaker Stream on Demand Apr 8, 2023
... director Francis Lawrence... and screenwriters Peter Craig and Danny Strong turn out a surprisingly engaging film about rebellion, propaganda, media, and the emotional and psychological scars of war... Go to Full Review Joe Lipsett Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr Podcast Nov 27, 2022
3.5/5
Set aside criticisms about dividing the final film. Mockingjay Part 1 is a serviceable extrapolation of the series' interest in personal vs public responsibility & PTSD. The adult cast is stacked, though dir Lawrence's focus is clearly action over actors Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Nylah Sep 6, 2026 Absolute cinema. Loved being able to experience watching the Hunger Games on the big screen! See more Emmanuel Sep 6, 2026 I always loved the hunger games and getting to experience this movie for the first time in theaters was amazing See more H Mar 9, 2026 saw it so many years ago...forgot how great and timeless series. love the actors and great action. See more Nicholas T @nicktalbert2025 Sep 17, 2026 the hunger games mockingjay part just a not a good film mixted See more Robert P @Superbad Sep 9, 2026 This movie is a 3.5 star movie! See more Cody N @cody_pn94 Aug 22, 2026 Great movie and the ending leaves you in suspense! See more Read all reviews
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Francis Lawrence

Director

Jennifer Lawrence

Katniss Everdeen

Josh Hutcherson

Peeta Mellark

Liam Hemsworth

Gale Hawthorne

Woody Harrelson

Haymitch Abernathy

Elizabeth Banks

Effie Trinket

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Synopsis Following her rescue from the devastating Quarter Quell, Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) awakes in the complex beneath the supposedly destroyed District 13. Her home, District 12, has been reduced to rubble, and Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson) is now the brainwashed captive of President Snow (Donald Sutherland). At the same time, Katniss also learns about a secret rebellion spreading throughout all of Panem -- a rebellion that will place her at the center of a plot to turn the tables on Snow.
Director
Francis Lawrence
Producer
Nina Jacobson, Jon Kilik
Screenwriter
Peter Craig, Danny Strong
Distributor
Lionsgate
Production Co
Lionsgate Films, Color Force
Rating
PG-13 (Intense Sequences of Violence|Intense Sequences of Action|Some Disturbing Images|Thematic Material)
Genre
Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 21, 2014, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Sep 5, 2026
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 26, 2016
Runtime
2h 3m
Sound Mix
Dolby Atmos, SDDS, Dolby Digital, Datasat
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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