Mckenna Grace Cast as Maysilee Donner in ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ Prequel Shocker!

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Following the exciting news about Joseph Zada and Whitney Peak being chosen for Haymitch Abernathy and Lenore Dove Baird in “Sunrise on the Reaping“, we now bring you another major casting update. As reported by Variety, the talented actress Mckenna Grace has been confirmed to portray Maysilee Donner in the upcoming Hunger Games prequel, set for release next year.

As a devoted fan of Suzanne Collins’ work, I found myself immersed in the prequel to the iconic Hunger Games series titled “Sunrise on the Reaping.” This captivating tale unfolds 24 years prior to the events of the first book and delves into the life-altering experiences of Haymitch Abernathy during his time as a District 12 tribute in the Second Quarter Quell. Remarkably, a character named Maysilee, skillfully portrayed by Grace, plays a pivotal role in this gripping narrative. She’s another District 12 tribute who held the coveted gold Mockingjay pin before it eventually found its way into the hands of Katniss Everdeen many years down the line, courtesy of Madge Undersee.

Grace has been added to Zada and Peak as the current cast members confirmed for the upcoming movie “Sunrise on the Reaping”, set to start filming in July this year. If the book serves as a guide to the movie’s potential success, then Lionsgate seems poised for another successful project, given that Collins’ latest book saw the biggest debut within the “The Hunger Games” series so far. In its first week in the U.S., it sold 1.2 million copies, with a global total of 1.5 million. On Amazon, it has a rating of 4.8 out of 5, while on Goodreads, it scores slightly lower at 4.6.

‘Hunger Games’ Fans React to Mckenna Grace Being Cast in ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’

At only 18 years of age, Grace has already made a significant impact in Hollywood, gracing multiple films. Notably, she’s starred in the Ghostbusters series and is slated for roles in Scream 7, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, and as Clara in the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s book, Regretting You. The excitement among fans about her joining The Hunger Games franchise knows no bounds, with @verciize on X aptly expressing this sentiment: “Fans are beyond elated to have Grace on board!

I’m thrilled beyond words that McKenna Grace has been cast as my favorite character in the Hunger Games series! I can hardly contain my excitement for the upcoming movie!

McKenna Grace is rumored to appear in both the latest Hunger Games film AND Scream 7, and @itsJoshSanity commented with excitement, ‘She’s about to shine brightly!’ Meanwhile, @chillapis expressed their approval by saying, ‘Indeed, out of all the famous blonde actresses, I’m glad it’s McKenna Grace… she has proven her acting skills beyond doubt.'”

“@itsJoshSanity was thrilled to hear that McKenna Grace might be in both the upcoming Hunger Games movie AND Scream 7, exclaiming, ‘She’s going to make a big impact!’ @chillapis agreed, stating, ‘Among all the well-known blonde actresses, I’m glad it’s McKenna Grace… she definitely knows her way around a role.'”

“McKenna Grace being cast in both the new Hunger Games film AND Scream 7 left @itsJoshSanity eagerly anticipating her performance, saying ‘She’s set to steal the show!’ @chillapis also weighed in, acknowledging that out of all the popular blonde actresses, they’re glad it’s McKenna Grace because she has shown herself to be an excellent actor.

Absolutely, there are a handful of critics who aren’t enthusiastic about Grace being cast, but they’re not the majority. On the contrary, many Hunger Games fans have warmly accepted her into the series and can’t wait to witness her portrayal of Maysilee. Catch the outcome when Sunrise on the Reaping premieres in cinemas on November 20, 2026. Until then, Suzanne Collins’ novel is readily available in bookstores and online. Regrettably, the initial Hunger Games trilogy isn’t currently accessible for streaming, but it can be rented or bought on all Video On Demand platforms.

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2025-04-25 18:33