Austin Butler missed chance for Peeta role in ‘The Hunger Games’

Actor Austin Butler revealed he auditioned for the role of Peeta in ‘The Hunger Games’ but didn’t get a callback. Josh Hutcherson ultimately played the part. Despite this, the franchise continues to expand with a recent prequel film and an upcoming movie, ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’, set 24 years before the original series. Directed by Francis Lawrence, it’s slated for release on November 20, 2026, exploring the Second Quarter Quell in Panem’s history. ANI