Philip Seymour Hoffman to Play Plutarch Heavensbee in "Hunger Games" Sequel
It's now official! Philip Seymour Hoffman is joining the cast of "The Hunger Games" sequel, "Catching Fire," as Plutarch Heavensbee, the head gamemaker for the Hunger Games according to THR. The actor received an offer from Lionsgate for the role but he did not officially accept until now.
Hoffman will be joining the cast headed by Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth. The other newbie of the ensemble is Jena Malone who has been offered the role of Johanna Mason.
The studio wants to start production in September with Francis Lawrence attached to direct. "Catching Fire' is schedule for release on November 22nd of next year.
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