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Tanner Buchanan Expresses Excitement to Play Young Haymitch in Hunger Games Prequel

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Key Takeaways:

– Tanner Buchanan has shown keen interest in playing Hayden Abernathy in the Hunger Games prequel, Sunrise on the Reaping.
– The actor’s response has triggered a wave of fan support.
– The Sunrise on the Reaping is set to dive into the early days of Haymitch.
– The fifth book in the series will be published next year, with a movie adaptation expected by 2026.

Tanner Buchanan’s Eagerness for Prequel Role

Cobra Kai actor, Tanner Buchanan has expressed his enthusiasm towards a role in the upcoming Hunger Games prequel, “Sunrise on the Reaping”. The actor is completely excited about the prospect of playing a young Haymitch Abernathy, an iconic character famously portrayed by Woody Harrelson.

Fan Support Fuels Buchanan’s Excitement

Since the announcement of the Haymitch Hunger Games prequel, fans have proposed a range of actors, including Tom Glynn-Carney from House of the Dragon and various Cobra Kai standouts, to portray this beloved character. Out of all the suggestions, Tanner Buchanan’s potential to play young Haymitch has gained significant traction.

During the premiere of Cobra Kai’s sixth season, Buchanan could not contain his excitement when asked about his possible involvement with the Hunger Games project:

“If I had the opportunity to play that character, that would be…he is one of the best characters in the entire franchise. To play a younger version would make me so happy. Fingers crossed, that would be dope.”

The Journey of Haymitch Abernathy

Haymitch Abernathy is a critical character in Suzanne Collins’ Hunger Games trilogy. As a former victor from District 12, the same district as lead characters Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, Haymitch plays an important role as their mentor when they are selected for the 74th Hunger Games.

The cinematic adaptation of the fifth book in the Hunger Games series, “Sunrise on the Reaping”, will provide an insight into Haymitch’s early days during his teen years.

Cobra Kai Actor Fits the Role

Despite being 25, Buchanan’s extensive experience portraying a high schooler on Cobra Kai validates his ability to convincingly portray a younger Haymitch. This factor, combined with the actor’s enthusiasm for the role, has led fans to rally behind him as a likely candidate for young Haymitch. Fan comments on social media highlight their pleasure in seeing Tanner Buchanan embrace this role.

Looking Onwards to “Sunrise on the Reaping”

As reported by Entertainment Tonight, publisher Scholastic has announced that the publication of “Sunrise on the Reaping” will happen next year, indicating a promising future for its cinematic adaptation focused on the Woody Harrelson character.

Project timelines suggest fans can expect the movie to hit screens by 2026. While nothing is confirmed yet, Buchanan’s supporters continue to cheer him on for the Haymitch Abernathy role.

You can now watch Cobra Kai on Netflix. As we await further developments on “Sunrise on the Reaping”, the excitement continues to build, with eager fans and potential future star Buchanan dreaming about the days of young Haymitch Abernathy.

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Megan Dianehttps://www.projectcasting.com
Hi, I'm Megan Browne, the Head of Partnerships at Project Casting - a job board for the entertainment industry. As Head of Partnerships, I help businesses find the best talent for their influencer campaigns, photo shoots, and film productions. Creating these partnerships has enabled me to help businesses scale and reach their true potential. I'm excited to continue driving growth by connecting people with projects they're passionate about.

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