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Elle Fanning Shines as Effie in Hunger Games Prequel

10/20/2025

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Elle Fanning portrays Effie Trinket in Hunger Games prequel, with Elizabeth Banks (the original Effie Trinket) expressing support.
The film is based on Suzanne Collins' novel and set in Panem 24 years before first film.
Filming is underway, and Fanning nears the end of her scenes after speaking with Banks.
Francis Lawrence directs; film releases on November 20, 2026, with Joseph Zada, Whitney Peak, and Ralph Fiennes as President Snow.

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Story summary

Elle Fanning portrays Effie Trinket in Hunger Games prequel, with Elizabeth Banks (the original Effie Trinket) expressing support.
The film is based on Suzanne Collins' novel and set in Panem 24 years before first film.
Filming is underway, and Fanning nears the end of her scenes after speaking with Banks.
Francis Lawrence directs; film releases on November 20, 2026, with Joseph Zada, Whitney Peak, and Ralph Fiennes as President Snow.