'Hunger Games' cast

'Hunger Games' cast

'Hunger Games' cast
The Internet is abuzz with casting rumors for the big-screen adaptation of the first book in the "Hunger Games" trilogy. We're taking a look at the familiar (and not-so-familiar) faces attached so far. See pictures.

Jennifer Lawrence
Character: Katniss Everdeen

The Academy Award nominee didn't land the lead role without a little controversy. What did the film's director say about her?

See a sneak peek of her as Katniss
Her other roles
Watch clips of her Oscar-nominated role
Watch the "X-Men: First Class" trailer

Woody Harrelson
Character: Haymitch Abernathy

The Oscar nominee  got the part rumored to be going to this actor. What did the director say about the casting?

His other roles
His big summer comedy
Watch his hilarious "Cheers" clips
The unexpected treat he consumed in "Zombieland"

Liam Hemsworth
Character: Gale Hawthorne

The Australian actor is best known for his famous ex-girlfriend and his Thor-playing big brother.

Watch "The Last Song" clips
His other roles
His former soap opera

Josh Hutcherson
Character: Peeta Mellark

Fans might recognize the Kentucky native  from his roles in "Zathura" and "The Kids Are All Right." What did Jennifer Lawrence say about his character?

His other roles
Watch his "Spider-Man 4" audition
His connection to a "Hunger Games" co-star

Alexander Ludwig
Character: Cato

The Canadian actor  starred opposite a former wrestler in a 2009 Disney movie before landing his latest role.

Watch "Race to Witch Mountain" clips
See pictures of him
His other roles

Isabelle Fuhrman
Character: Clove

The teen actress starred in a cult thriller with an Oscar nominee. How did she get that part?

Her other roles
Another star-studded movie

Stanley Tucci
Character: Caesar Flickerman

Another Oscar nominee  in the cast, he will be playing one of the series' more colorful characters.

His other roles
His stint on this TV show won him an Emmy
His family tragedy

Wes Bentley
Character: Seneca Crane

The actor from Jonesboro, Ark, got his big break in "American Beauty.

His other roles
His personal struggle
Watch the trailer for his new movie

Elizabeth Banks
Character: Effie Trinket

The small- and big-screen actress  is known for both her comedic and dramatic work.

Her other roles
Watch her funny "30 Rock" clips
Her recent family addition

Paula Malcomson
Character: Mrs. Everdeen

The "Caprica" and "Deadwood" actress from Northern Ireland is moving to the silver screen as the Everdeen matriarch.

Her other roles
Watch "Caprica" clips
Her current TV series

Willow Shields
Character: Primrose Everdeen

The young actress from a Southwestern city is getting her big break as the little sister of the main character.

Her other roles
See pictures of her
Watch clips from her TV movie

Dayo Okeniyi
Character: Thresh

The relatively unknown actor  has been cast as one of the series' many tributes, or participants in the Hunger Games.

His other roles
Where is he from?

Amandla Stenberg
Character: Rue

The young actress, who will be playing a District 11 tribute , played a younger version of another actress in her first movie.

Her other roles
Watch the "Colombiana" trailer
Follow her updates on Twitter

Jack Quaid
Character: Marvel

The son of famous parents, he is making his acting debut as one of the series' bad guys.

See pictures of him and his family
Where did he go to college?

Leven Rambin
Character: Glimmer

The actress, cast as one of the books' career tributes, is known for her work on "All My Children" and "Grey's Anatomy."

Her other roles
See pictures of her
Watch her "All My Children" clips

Donald Sutherland
Character: President Snow

The "M*A*S*H" actor landed his part after filming had already started. As tall as he is , Sutherland doesn't exactly match the physical description of his character.

His other roles

His second-century epic

Watch his "Commander in Chief" clips

Lenny Kravitz
Character: Cinna

The rocker  reportedly won the part because of his impressive performance as a nurse in an Academy Award-nominated movie. What did the director say about his acting?

See his music videos

Browse his albums

Watch the "Precious" trailer

Celebrity May 2011 Quotes

Celebrity May 2011 Quotes

Celebrity May 2011 Quotes. The world didn't actually end this month, but a few careers did . Read about those swan songs, plus see which international shockers and steamy scandals made headlines in May. 

Harold Camping
"There is no possibility that it will not happen because our information comes from the Bible."

The Christian radio broadcaster  was the key figure behind a popular doomsday prediction that did not come to pass.

President Barack Obama
"On nights like this one, we can say that justice has been done."

On May 1, the president announced the death of the world's most-wanted terrorist.

Arnold Schwarzenegger
"While I deserve your attention and criticism, my family does not."

The former California governor publicly admitted to having an affair and fathering a child out of wedlock . He made the admission after he and his wife announced they are separating .

Dominique Strauss-Kahn
"It is with infinite sadness that I feel compelled today to present to the Executive Board my resignation …"

The IMF accepted the resignation of its managing director after he was arrested for investigation of sexual assault charges.

Lars von Trier
"I understand Hitler ... I sympathize with him a bit."

During a press conference at a prestigious film festival, the Danish director — who's worked with the likes of Nicole Kidman and Bjork — joked about his German heritage.

Newt Gingrich
"I'm not commenting on stuff like that. ... I frankly don't want to play the gotcha games in Washington."

The GOP presidential candidate refused to address recent reports that he has carried significant debt to a luxury store.

Jennifer Lawrence
"We don't drink blood … that's sick."

This indie actress joked about her highly anticipated new movie role to David Letterman, who assumed the plot was just another "vampire deal."

Stephen Hawking
"There is no heaven. ...That is a fairy story for people afraid of the dark."

In an interview with a British newspaper, the famed physicist expressed his belief that the afterlife doesn't exist.

Hillary Clinton
"These are not Western concepts; these are universal human rights."

The secretary of state voiced these words of support of individuals "fighting for equality and justice" on May 17, a significant day for a community working to end discrimination.

Ed Fleming
"It's a historic time we're in all along the Mississippi River."

The commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers explains plans to flood a region of Louisiana to reduce pressure from the rising river.

Kristen Wiig
"We wanted to write a comedy, not a female comedy, just a comedy that has a lot of women in it."

The "SNL" alum discussed the new film that she both co-wrote and starred in

Sugar Ray Leonard
"I realized I would never be free unless I revealed the truth."

In his forthcoming autobiography, the hall of famer claimed an unnamed Olympic boxing coach abused him as a teen.

Katie Couric
"Thank you so much for coming on this extraordinary journey with me."

On May 19, the evening news anchor signed off for the last time, leaving the post after five years.

Don Lemon
"An African-American male is taught that he has to be masculine."

The cable news anchor discussed the difficulty of revealing his homosexuality, an announcement he made public in his new memoir.

Lady Gaga
"My parents got me Stevie Wonder 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered' and the Beatles when I was younger. … Good choices, Mom and Dad."

During her MTV special, Lady Gaga recalls the music she listened to growing up.

Taylor Swift
"I was watching the coverage of the tornadoes backstage at rehearsals, and I wanted to do something for the families affected by the damage."

The influential young country star held a benefit for the residents of this hard-hit Southern town

Erik Spoelstra
"For us to have a chance to win, you cannot afford to get tired."

The Miami Heat head coach egged on one of his star players, who helped the team steal an NBA playoff win from their opponents.

Oprah Winfrey
"It is done."

After 25 years of hosting, Winfrey wrapped her daytime talk show with a star-studded finale.

Memorable May quotes

Memorable May quotes

Memorable May quotes
The world didn't actually end this month, but a few careers did . Read about those swan songs, plus see which international shockers and steamy scandals made headlines in May.

Harold Camping
"There is no possibility that it will not happen because our information comes from the Bible."

The Christian radio broadcaster  was the key figure behind a popular doomsday prediction that did not come to pass.

President Barack Obama
"On nights like this one, we can say that justice has been done."

On May 1, the president announced the death of the world's most-wanted terrorist.

Arnold Schwarzenegger
"While I deserve your attention and criticism, my family does not."

The former California governor publicly admitted to having an affair and fathering a child out of wedlock . He made the admission after he and his wife announced they are separating .

Dominique Strauss-Kahn
"It is with infinite sadness that I feel compelled today to present to the Executive Board my resignation …"

The IMF accepted the resignation of its managing director after he was arrested for investigation of sexual assault charges.

Lars von Trier
"I understand Hitler ... I sympathize with him a bit."

During a press conference at a prestigious film festival, the Danish director — who's worked with the likes of Nicole Kidman and Bjork — joked about his German heritage.

Newt Gingrich
"I'm not commenting on stuff like that. ... I frankly don't want to play the gotcha games in Washington."

The GOP presidential candidate refused to address recent reports that he has carried significant debt to a luxury store.

Jennifer Lawrence
"We don't drink blood … that's sick."

This indie actress joked about her highly anticipated new movie role to David Letterman, who assumed the plot was just another "vampire deal."

Stephen Hawking
"There is no heaven. ...That is a fairy story for people afraid of the dark."

In an interview with a British newspaper, the famed physicist expressed his belief that the afterlife doesn't exist.

Hillary Clinton
"These are not Western concepts; these are universal human rights."

The secretary of state voiced these words of support of individuals "fighting for equality and justice" on May 17, a significant day for a community working to end discrimination.

Ed Fleming
"It's a historic time we're in all along the Mississippi River."

The commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers explains plans to flood a region of Louisiana to reduce pressure from the rising river.

Kristen Wiig
"We wanted to write a comedy, not a female comedy, just a comedy that has a lot of women in it."

The "SNL" alum discussed the new film that she both co-wrote (with whom?) and starred in

Sugar Ray Leonard
"I realized I would never be free unless I revealed the truth."

In his forthcoming autobiography, the hall of famer claimed an unnamed Olympic boxing coach abused him as a teen.

Katie Couric
"Thank you so much for coming on this extraordinary journey with me."

On May 19, the evening news anchor signed off for the last time, leaving the post after five years.

Don Lemon
"An African-American male is taught that he has to be masculine."

The cable news anchor (which show?) discussed the difficulty of revealing his homosexuality, an announcement he made public in his new memoir.

Lady Gaga
"My parents got me Stevie Wonder 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered' and the Beatles when I was younger. … Good choices, Mom and Dad."

During her MTV special, Lady Gaga (what's her real name?) recalls the music she listened to growing up.

Taylor Swift
"I was watching the coverage of the tornadoes backstage at rehearsals, and I wanted to do something for the families affected by the damage."

The influential young country star held a benefit for the residents of this hard-hit Southern town

Erik Spoelstra
"For us to have a chance to win, you cannot afford to get tired."

The Miami Heat head coach egged on one of his star players, who helped the team steal an NBA playoff win from their opponents.

Oprah Winfrey
"It is done."

After 25 years of hosting, Winfrey wrapped her daytime talk show with a star-studded finale.

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