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The odds are ever in our favor as pop culture’s defining dystopian franchise, “The Hunger Games,” is having a resurgence with the prequel movie, “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” that is slated for release in November.
But as we eagerly wait for the prequel, we can rewatch the films in “The Hunger Games” trilogy to hype us up in the months leading to its highly-anticipated release. Read on to find out more about how where you can watch “The Hunger Games.”
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What Is The Hunger Games About?
In “The Hunger Games,” the totalitarian government called the “Capitol” controls the fictional city of Panem and its people. Every year, the Capitol holds the “Hunger Games,” a televised survival competition where a male and a female tribute from each of its 12 districts are randomly selected to fight to the death in an isolated arena until a lone winner emerges.
The main character, Katniss Everdeen, volunteered to be a tribute when her 12-year-old sister was selected to join the Hunger Games. As the story progresses, Katniss becomes a symbol of hope and rebellion for the people of Panem and ultimately leads a revolution that will overthrow the Capitol.
“The Hunger Games” was released in 2012. Its upcoming prequel, “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” will take place 64 years before Katniss’ time. The highly anticipated prequel will feature a new female tribute, Lucy Gray Baird.
Who Are in the Cast and Production of The Hunger Games?
American filmmaker Gary Ross directed “The Hunger Games” which is based on Suzanne Collins’ 2008 dystopian novel of the same name. Its main cast also includes some of the biggest and most talented actors in Hollywood, namely:
- Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen
- Josh Hutcherson as Peeta Mellark
- Liam Hemsworth as Gale Hawthorne
- Woody Harrelson as Haymitch Abernathy
- Elizabeth Banks as Effie Trinket
- Stanley Tucci as Caesar Flickerman
- Donald Sutherland as President Snow
- Philip Seymour Hoffman as Plutarch Heavensbee
- Julianne Moore as President Alma Coin
The prequel will also feature a new star-studded cast which includes Hunter Schafer, Viola Davis, and Peter Dinklage, among others.
What is the Rating for The Hunger Games?
“The Hunger Games” is rated 14A in Canada, which suggests that the material is appropriate for children aged 14 and older.
How Many People Watch The Hunger Games?
“The Hunger Games” grossed $694,394,724 at the worldwide box office.
How Are the Reviews for The Hunger Games?
“The Hunger Games” received generally favorable reviews from critics for its provocative plot and remarkable performances of the cast. See what critics say about the film:
- “This Hunger Games is a muscular, honorable, unflinching translation of Collins’ vision. It’s brutal where it needs to be, particularly when children fight and bleed,” says Entertainment Weekly.
- “It is a thrilling, intelligent, deeply felt movie that does not play by the typical rules of franchise building in modern Hollywood,” Hitflix Entertainment also shared.
Where to Watch The Hunger Games in Canada
You can watch “The Hunger Games” franchise on plenty of streaming services and video-on-demand platforms in Canada.
Is The Hunger Games Available on Streaming?
Netflix
“The Hunger Games” is available to stream on Netflix in Canada. To access the streaming service, sign up for any of the following monthly subscriptions:
| Plan | Price | Number of simultaneous screens | Streaming quality |
| Basic with ads | CAD$5.99 | 1 device | SD |
| Basic | CAD$9.99 | 1 device | HD |
| Standard | CAD$16.49 | 2 devices | HD |
| Premium | CAD$20.99 | 4 devices | Ultra HD |
You can also watch shows and movies on different devices, such as smartphones, smart TVs, PCs, laptops, tablets, and game consoles. A download feature is also available if you wish to stream offline.
The succeeding movies in “The Hunger Games” franchise are also available on Netflix.
Crave
“The Hunger Games” is also available on Crave, the Canada-exclusive streaming service. To watch the movie on Crave, subscribe to any of the following plans:
| Plan | Price | Number of simultaneous screens |
| Monthly | CAD$19.99 | 4 devices |
| Annual | CAD$199.90 | 4 devices |
Crave supports different devices where you can stream your favorite shows, like smartphones, smart TVs, laptops, tablets, game consoles, Amazon Fire TV, and Google Chromecast. You can also avail yourself of its free trial if you do not want to commit to a paid subscription.
The streaming service also houses content from other networks, such as HBO, Showtime, and Comedy Central. You can also stream original shows from Crave like “Letterkenny” and “Shoresy.”
Amazon Prime Video
Another alternative where you can stream “The Hunger Games” is through Amazon Prime Video. To access the platform, avail of any of the following subscription plans:
| Plan | Price |
| Monthly | CAD$9.99 |
| Annual | CAD$99.99 |
Prime Video also offers a 30-day free trial for new users, except for residents of Quebec.
You can also stream Prime Video’s exclusive content on the platform, such as “The Boys,” “Swarm,” and “Daisy Jones and the Six.”
Is The Hunger Games Available for Rent (VOD)?
“The Hunger Games” is available for rent and purchase on the following video-on-demand services:
| Platform | Rent | Purchase |
| Apple TV | CAD$4.99 | CAD$12.99 |
| Google Play Store | CAD$4.99 | CAD$14.99 |
| Microsoft Store | CAD$4.99 | CAD$12.99 |
| Cineplex Store | CAD$3.99 | CAD$14.99 |
| YouTube Movies | CAD$4.99 | CAD$14.99 |
| Amazon | CAD$4.99 | CAD$14.99 |
Is The Hunger Games Available on Cable or Free TV?
“The Hunger Games” has not aired on any cable channels in Canada.
Should I Use a VPN to Watch The Hunger Games?
There is no need to subscribe to a VPN service since “The Hunger Games” is available to stream on Crave, Netflix, and Prime Video.
A Dystopian Classic That’s Always in Our Favor
“The Hunger Games” has cemented itself as a classic dystopian film that continues to resonate with audiences a decade later. May the odds be ever in your favor as you relive Katniss’ fierce tale of rebellion against the Capitol before the new movie hits the big screen.
