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'''''The Hunger Games''''', a [[multimedia franchise]] set in [[The Hunger Games universe|''The Hunger Games'' universe]], is derived from the [[The Hunger Games trilogy|''The Hunger Games'' trilogy]], a [[Book series|series of books]] by [[Suzanne Collins]]. The name of the series, the franchise, and the universe is based on the title of the first book in the series: ''[[The Hunger Games (novel)|The Hunger Games]]''. [[The Hunger Games universe]] is a [[dystopia]] set in "Panem" which is located in [[North America]]. The country consists of the wealthy Capitol located in the Rocky Mountains and twelve (formerly thirteen) poorer districts ruled by the Capitol. The Capitol is lavishly rich and technologically advanced but the twelve districts are in varying states of poverty. Young residents, aged 12 to 18, from twelve districts are chosen by random drawing (or "reaping") to participate in a compulsory annual televised death match called [[The Hunger Games universe#The Hunger Games|The Hunger Games]].
| creator=[[Suzanne Collins]]
| origin=''[[The Hunger Games (novel)|The Hunger Games]]''
| novels=[[The Hunger Games trilogy|''The Hunger Games'' trilogy]]:
* ''The Hunger Games''
* ''[[Catching Fire]]''
* ''[[Mockingjay]]''
| films=[[The Hunger Games (film series)|''The Hunger Games'' (film series)]]:
* ''[[The Hunger Games (film)|The Hunger Games]]''
* ''[[The Hunger Games: Catching Fire]]''
* ''[[The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1]]''
* ''[[The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2]]''
| soundtracks=
* ''[[The Hunger Games: Songs from District 12 and Beyond]]''
* ''[[The Hunger Games: Catching Fire – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]]''
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'''''The Hunger Games''''' is a [[multimedia franchise]] created by [[Suzanne Collins]]. Set in [[The Hunger Games universe|''The Hunger Games'' universe]], the franchise began with ''[[The Hunger Games (novel)|The Hunger Games]]'', the first book in [[The Hunger Games trilogy|''The Hunger Games'' trilogy]]. The novels have been developed into a [[The Hunger Games (film series)|series of films]].


The three novels in the trilogy are ''[[The Hunger Games (novel)|The Hunger Games]]'' (2008), ''[[Catching Fire]]'' (2009), and ''[[Mockingjay]]'' (2010). The books have either been adapted, or are in the process of being adapted, as installments in [[The Hunger Games (film series)|''The Hunger Games'' film series]], which includes the 2012 film, ''[[The Hunger Games (film)|The Hunger Games]]'', followed by ''[[The Hunger Games: Catching Fire]]'' (2013), ''[[The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1]]'' (2014), and ''[[The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2]]'' (2015).
The novels in the trilogy are titled ''The Hunger Games'', ''[[Catching Fire]]'' and ''[[Mockingjay]]''. The first two novels have been developed into films, while the third novel is currently being developed into two films. Soundtracks have also been released.

[[The Hunger Games universe]] is a [[dystopia]] set in "Panem", a country consisting of the wealthy Capitol and twelve districts in varying states of poverty. Every year, children are chosen to participate in a compulsory annual televised death match called [[The Hunger Games universe#The Hunger Games|The Hunger Games]].

==Media==
The first novel, ''The Hunger Games'', was written by Suzanne Collins and acquired by [[Scholastic]] in 2006. It was released in 2008.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/print/20080609/9915-a-dark-horse-breaks-out.html|title=A dark horse breaks out: the buzz is on for Suzanne Collins's YA series debut.|last=Sellers|first=John A.|date=June 9, 2008|work=[[Publishers Weekly]] |accessdate=July 12, 2010}}</ref> The second novel (''Catching Fire'') was released in 2009<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/new-titles/on-sale-calendar/article/8278-the-on-sale-calendar-september-2009-children-s-books-.html|title= The On-Sale Calendar: September 2009 Children's Books | work=[[Publishers Weekly]]|date=1 July 2009|accessdate=3 April 2011 }}</ref> and the third (''Mockingjay'') was released in 2010.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/childrens/childrens-book-news/article/42030-mockingjay-to-conclude-the-hunger-games-trilogy-.html|title='Mockingjay' to Conclude the Hunger Games Trilogy|last=Roback|first=Diane|date=February 11, 2010|work=[[Publishers Weekly]] |accessdate=2 September 2010}}</ref>

The first movie was titled ''The Hunger Games'' and released in 2012;<ref>{{cite news|first=Karen|last=Valby|url= http://insidemovies.ew.com/2011/01/25/hunger-games-release-date/|title={{-'}}The Hunger Games' gets a release date |work=Entertainment Weekly |date=January 25, 2011|accessdate=April 6, 2011}}</ref> the second movie is ''[[The Hunger Games: Catching Fire]]'' (2013).<ref>{{cite web|first=Joshua L|last=Weinstein|url=http://www.thewrap.com/movies/column-post/hunger-games-sequel-set-2013-release-29880|title= The Hunger Games Sequel Set for 2013 Release|work=The Wrap|date=August 8, 2011|accessdate=August 15, 2011}}</ref> ''[[The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1]]'' and ''[[The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2]]'' are set to be released in 2014<ref>{{cite journal |url=http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1951265/releaseinfo?ref_=tt_ov_inf |title=The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1}}</ref> and 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.movies.com/movie-news/the-hunger-games-mockingjay-release-dates/8685?wssac=164&wssaffid=news&_r=true/ |title=The Two-Part 'Hunger Games' Finale 'Mockingjay' Sets Release Dates |publisher=movies.com |date=July 10, 2012|accessdate=July 11, 2012}}</ref>

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Additional media within the franchise include soundtracks from the first two films: ''[[The Hunger Games: Songs from District 12 and Beyond]]'' and ''[[The Hunger Games: Catching Fire – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]]''.

==Plot==
Years before the start of the series, the thirteen districts attempted to start a [[revolution]] against the Capitol. The Capitol won, District 13 was destroyed and, as punishment, an annual televised death match called [[The Hunger Games universe#The Hunger Games|The Hunger Games]] was created by the Capitol. One male and one female participant between the ages of 12 and 18 is chosen randomly in a "reaping" from each district, although children not picked may volunteer. They are taken to an arena and fight until only one is left alive.<ref name="book 1"/>

[[Katniss Everdeen]] is a girl from District 12 who volunteers for the latest Hunger Games after her sister [[Primrose Everdeen]] is picked for reaping. She survives the games along with [[Peeta Mellark]] when they both threaten to commit suicide.<ref name="book 1">{{cite book|last=Collins|first=Suzanne|author-link=Suzanne Collins|date=September 14, 2008|title=[[The Hunger Games (novel)|The Hunger Games]]}}</ref>

The Capitol is angry at their defiance, which inspired rebellion in several districts. Katniss and Peeta tour the districts, attempting to subdue the rebellion and are then forced to participate in the next edition of the Hunger Games. When only a few participants remain in the games, including Katniss and Peeta, the arena is destroyed and they are rescued by surviving members of District 13.<ref name="book 2">{{cite book|last=Collins|first=Suzanne|author-link=Suzanne Collins|date=September 1, 2009|title=[[Catching Fire]]}}</ref>

The rebellion continues with Katniss being used as a [[figurehead]]. The districts overthrow the Capitol and Katniss and Peeta live together.<ref name="book 3">{{cite book|last=Collins|first=Suzanne|author-link=Suzanne Collins|date=August 24, 2010|title=[[Mockingjay]]}}</ref>

==References==
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Additional media within the franchise include the soundtracks, ''[[The Hunger Games: Songs from District 12 and Beyond]]'' (the soundtrack for the film adaptation of the first novel) and ''[[The Hunger Games: Catching Fire – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]]'' (the soundtrack for the film adaptation of the second novel).
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This article is about the franchise. For the novel, see The Hunger Games (novel). For the movie, see The Hunger Games (film). For the annual competition that is the subject of the series, see The Hunger Games universe § The Hunger Games.
The Hunger Games
Created bySuzanne Collins
Original workThe Hunger Games
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Novel(s)The Hunger Games trilogy:
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Soundtrack(s)

The Hunger Games is a multimedia franchise created by Suzanne Collins. Set in The Hunger Games universe, the franchise began with The Hunger Games, the first book in The Hunger Games trilogy. The novels have been developed into a series of films.

The novels in the trilogy are titled The Hunger Games, Catching Fire and Mockingjay. The first two novels have been developed into films, while the third novel is currently being developed into two films. Soundtracks have also been released.

The Hunger Games universe is a dystopia set in "Panem", a country consisting of the wealthy Capitol and twelve districts in varying states of poverty. Every year, children are chosen to participate in a compulsory annual televised death match called The Hunger Games.

Media

The first novel, The Hunger Games, was written by Suzanne Collins and acquired by Scholastic in 2006. It was released in 2008.[1] The second novel (Catching Fire) was released in 2009[2] and the third (Mockingjay) was released in 2010.[3]

The first movie was titled The Hunger Games and released in 2012;[4] the second movie is The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013).[5] The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 are set to be released in 2014[6] and 2015.[7]

Additional media within the franchise include soundtracks from the first two films: The Hunger Games: Songs from District 12 and Beyond and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.

Plot

Years before the start of the series, the thirteen districts attempted to start a revolution against the Capitol. The Capitol won, District 13 was destroyed and, as punishment, an annual televised death match called The Hunger Games was created by the Capitol. One male and one female participant between the ages of 12 and 18 is chosen randomly in a "reaping" from each district, although children not picked may volunteer. They are taken to an arena and fight until only one is left alive.[8]

Katniss Everdeen is a girl from District 12 who volunteers for the latest Hunger Games after her sister Primrose Everdeen is picked for reaping. She survives the games along with Peeta Mellark when they both threaten to commit suicide.[8]

The Capitol is angry at their defiance, which inspired rebellion in several districts. Katniss and Peeta tour the districts, attempting to subdue the rebellion and are then forced to participate in the next edition of the Hunger Games. When only a few participants remain in the games, including Katniss and Peeta, the arena is destroyed and they are rescued by surviving members of District 13.[9]

The rebellion continues with Katniss being used as a figurehead. The districts overthrow the Capitol and Katniss and Peeta live together.[10]

References

  1. ^ Sellers, John A. (June 9, 2008). "A dark horse breaks out: the buzz is on for Suzanne Collins's YA series debut". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved July 12, 2010.
  2. ^ "The On-Sale Calendar: September 2009 Children's Books". Publishers Weekly. 1 July 2009. Retrieved 3 April 2011.
  3. ^ Roback, Diane (February 11, 2010). "'Mockingjay' to Conclude the Hunger Games Trilogy". Publishers Weekly. Retrieved 2 September 2010.
  4. ^ Valby, Karen (January 25, 2011). "'The Hunger Games' gets a release date". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved April 6, 2011.
  5. ^ Weinstein, Joshua L (August 8, 2011). "The Hunger Games Sequel Set for 2013 Release". The Wrap. Retrieved August 15, 2011.
  6. ^ "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1". {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  7. ^ "The Two-Part 'Hunger Games' Finale 'Mockingjay' Sets Release Dates". movies.com. July 10, 2012. Retrieved July 11, 2012.
  8. ^ a b Collins, Suzanne (September 14, 2008). The Hunger Games.
  9. ^ Collins, Suzanne (September 1, 2009). Catching Fire.
  10. ^ Collins, Suzanne (August 24, 2010). Mockingjay.
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