Production of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: The Hunger Games Prequel to the Hunger Games is expected to begin in 2022. Lionsgate chairman Joe Drake commented on the film, saying that things are moving well. The release date for the prequel is set for 2023 or 2024.AdvertisementYahoo Entertainment news reports that most of those who were involved in the franchise's past are returning. Francis Lawrence has been appointed to direct. Brad Simpson and Nina Jacobson are also producers. Susan Collins, author of the Hunger Games trilogy, will be the executive producer. She will also write the film's treatment. Michael Arndt (Little Miss Sunshine), will adapt the screenplay.Here's the synopsis of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. The movie will be about Coriolanus Snow, 18 years old, who would one day become the dictatorial President of Panem. Young Coriolanus is charming and handsome. His family has suffered hard times. He sees an opportunity for change when he's chosen to mentor the Tenth Hunger Games. However, his joy is shattered when he is given the task of mentoring the tribute girl from District 12.The Hunger Games franchise was worth $3 billion worldwide. Drake stated that he believes the audience will return to theaters in the face of streaming and theatrical release wars. Drake stated that there is an audience who wants to return to the theaters. I believe that the markets will return. We will have a strong platform to monetize our movies.I've read The Hunger Games books, but haven't had the chance to read The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Anyone read it? Is it worth adapting? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the commentsG/O Media might get a great deal CBD Tincture oil Higher concentration to help with the harder daysIdeal for daily stress relief and anxiety relief. Boosted by Vitamins D3 and B12.Buy Sunday Scaries for $34Follow us on Instagram @io9dotcom for more information
