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The Hunger Games

"The world will be watching."

March 12, 2012 2h 22m 7.2/10 (22,949 votes)

Originally released in 2012. The Hunger Games is a science fiction/adventure film. directed by Gary Ross. With a runtime of 2h 22m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth

Synopsis

In a dystopian society where the Capitol forces each district to send two young tributes to fight to the death in a televised spectacle, a girl volunteers to take her sisterโ€™s place, setting the stage for a struggle of survival and defiance.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 12, 2012 13 years ago
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Runtime 2h 22m 142 minutes total
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User Rating 7.2/10 Great (22,949 votes)
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Budget $75M Production budget
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Box Office $694M 9.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$75,000,000
Revenue
$694,000,000

Production Companies

  • Lionsgate
  • Color Force

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Hunger Games about?

In a dystopian society where the Capitol forces each district to send two young tributes to fight to the death in a televised spectacle, a girl volunteers to take her sisterโ€™s place, setting the ...

Who directed The Hunger Games?

The Hunger Games was directed by Gary Ross.

How long is The Hunger Games?

The Hunger Games has a runtime of 2 hours and 22 minutes (142 minutes total).

When was The Hunger Games released?

The Hunger Games was released on March 12, 2012 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Hunger Games?

The main cast of The Hunger Games includes Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks.

Is The Hunger Games worth watching?

The Hunger Games has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 22,949 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.