Where Fans Can Watch Them Next
The odds are not in your favor if you’re planning a Hunger Games marathon on Netflix. All five films are leaving the streaming service this month — and the timing couldn’t be worse.
On October 13, 2026, Netflix will remove every film in the franchise: The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay – Part 1, Mockingjay – Part 2, and the prequel The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. That’s five movies, one iconic Jennifer Lawrence performance, and one very frustrated fanbase.
The departure comes just weeks before the franchise’s next chapter hits theaters. The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping — the story of Haymitch Abernathy’s victory in the 50th Hunger Games — opens on November 20, 2026. For fans hoping to rewatch the saga before the new film, Netflix is no longer an option.
But don’t panic. The odds are still in your favor. Here’s where you can watch every Hunger Games movie after they leave Netflix.
Where to Watch After Netflix
Hulu: The New Streaming Home
The good news: all five films are moving to Hulu on October 14, 2026 — the day after they leave Netflix. According to Hulu Press, The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay – Part 1, Mockingjay – Part 2, and The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes will all be available to stream on the platform.
This makes Hulu the only subscription streaming service where you can watch the complete franchise in one place — at least for now. If you’re already a Hulu subscriber, you’re set. If you’re not, this might be the moment to consider a free trial.
Peacock: The Complete Saga (Again)
Before Netflix, the Hunger Games franchise had been streaming on Peacock since January 14, 2026, where all five films were available together. Peacock has been a recurring home for the franchise in recent years, and while there’s no confirmed date for their return, it’s a strong possibility.
For now, Peacock’s Hunger Games library status is uncertain. But given the franchise’s history of cycling through streaming platforms, it’s worth keeping an eye on.
HBO Max: Four Films, Not Five
If you only need the original Katniss saga, HBO Max carries the first four films: The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay – Part 1, and Mockingjay – Part 2. The 2023 prequel The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes is not included in HBO Max’s lineup.
This is a solid option if you’re looking for a rewatch of the main story — just be aware that the Snow origin story isn’t there.
Starz: The Prequel’s Exclusive Home
The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes is currently streaming on Starz. If you want to watch the prequel specifically, this is your subscription option. The film follows a young Coriolanus Snow (Tom Blyth) as he mentors Lucy Gray Baird (Rachel Zegler) in the 10th Annual Hunger Games.
Rent or Buy Digitally
If you’d rather not commit to another subscription, all five films are available to rent or purchase on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube, and Vudu. Rental prices typically run around $4–$6 per film, or you can buy the full 5-film bundle for approximately $20 on Amazon.
Physical Media: The Collector’s Option
For those who want to own the franchise forever, Lionsgate released a 5-Film Collection on Blu-ray and DVD on June 25, 2024. It includes all five movies plus new character art. If you’re tired of playing the streaming roulette game, this is the most reliable option.
Free Options
The Roku Channel launched a free 24/7 Hunger Games channel in March 2026, airing all four original films. It’s ad-supported, but it’s free. Libraries and YouTube (with ads) are also mentioned as potential free alternatives.
Why the Timing Is Brutal
The Netflix removal couldn’t come at a worse moment for fans. Sunrise on the Reaping — the film adaptation of Suzanne Collins’ second prequel novel — arrives in theaters on November 20, 2026. The story follows Haymitch Abernathy’s victory in the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell.
For those who want to revisit the franchise before the new film, the window is narrow. Netflix subscribers have until October 13. After that, Hulu is the primary streaming destination for the full saga.
There’s also a silver lining: Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are set to return as Katniss and Peeta in Sunrise on the Reaping, appearing in an epilogue that shows Haymitch telling his story to them. It’s a moment fans have waited years for — and it makes a franchise rewatch feel essential.
Netflix is losing
one of the best YA franchises of all time. But the Hunger Games movies aren’t disappearing — they’re just moving.
Here’s your action plan:
Before October 13: Watch on Netflix while you still can.
After October 14: Stream all five films on Hulu.
For the prequel: Check Starz or rent digitally.
For the full saga on one service: Wait for a potential Peacock return, or buy the physical collection.
For free: Try the Roku Channel or your local library.
The games aren’t over. They’re just changing arenas.
