Watch The Hunger Games: Where to Stream All 5 Movies

Few film franchises still spark the kind of debate that The Hunger Games does — not just about its dystopian world, but about where you can actually watch it in 2025. The series has bounced between streaming platforms over the years, and right now, the answer depends entirely on where you live.

Films in series: 5 — Streaming on Hulu: Yes — Streaming on Prime Video: Yes — Streaming on BBC iPlayer: Yes (UK only) — Latest release: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023)

Five films, two regions, and a messy split across streaming platforms — the pattern is clear: there’s no single service that has them all worldwide.

The takeaway: the franchise has grown from a single blockbuster into a five-film anthology, with the 2012 original earning nearly $700 million globally and a sixth installment already in development.

What streaming service has The Hunger Games?

Streaming services currently offering The Hunger Games

• Hulu (US): All five films are available to stream as part of a standard Hulu subscription (Hulu Guides).
• Amazon Prime Video (US & UK): Available for purchase or included with a Prime subscription in some territories (JustWatch).
• BBC iPlayer (UK): All five films are streaming free with a TV licence (BBC iPlayer).

Comparison of Hulu, Prime Video, and BBC iPlayer

Four major services, one key pattern: no single platform covers both the US and UK for the entire series.

The trade-off: US viewers have fewer free options, while UK viewers can stream the entire series at no extra cost through BBC iPlayer — a significant regional advantage.

The implication: a US fan needs at least two subscriptions to watch all five films, whereas a UK fan with a TV licence gets the whole series in one place.

Is The Hunger Games on Netflix or Disney?

Is The Hunger Games on Netflix?

As of 2025, no — The Hunger Games is not streaming on Netflix in the US or most major markets. The series was previously available on Netflix in many regions between 2020 and 2023 (Decider), but those rights expired. Netflix removed the original films as the prequel The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes reached theaters in late 2023.

Is The Hunger Games on Disney Plus?

No — The Hunger Games is not on Disney Plus in any English-language market. The franchise is distributed by Lionsgate, not Disney, so it won’t appear on D+ unless a future licensing deal is struck.

Netflix vs Disney Plus availability

The table below contrasts the current and past availability of the two services.

The pattern: Netflix was the home for a few years, but Lionsgate’s strategy shifted to a multi-platform approach — and Disney Plus was never part of the plan.

What this means: if you’ve been waiting for The Hunger Games to reappear on Netflix, you may be waiting a while. The current split across Hulu and Prime Video looks stable for now.

Why has Hunger Games been taken off Netflix?

When was The Hunger Games removed from Netflix?

The removal happened gradually across 2023, with most regions losing the films by late November 2023 — coinciding with the theatrical release of The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.

Reasons for removal

Licensing agreements between Lionsgate and Netflix expired, and the studio chose not to renew. Instead, Lionsgate spread the franchise across Hulu, Prime Video, and BBC iPlayer — maximizing reach through multiple platforms rather than a single exclusive deal (Decider).

The catch: the removal wasn’t about ratings or demand — it was a strategic business decision. Lionsgate likely earned more by splitting rights across services than by renewing a single Netflix deal.

Where can I watch Hunger Games in Ireland?

The Hunger Games on BBC iPlayer for Ireland/UK

In Ireland, viewers can access BBC iPlayer through BBC services, though a TV licence is required. All five films are available on iPlayer as of 2025 (BBC iPlayer).

Where to stream in Ireland

• BBC iPlayer: Full series available (free with TV licence)
• Prime Video: Available for rent or purchase (JustWatch)
• Hulu: Available via Irish accounts, but requires a US payment method (Hulu Guides)

For most viewers in Ireland, BBC iPlayer is the most accessible option — and it covers every film in the franchise.

Why this matters: Irish viewers get the best deal of any region covered here — a single free service (BBC iPlayer) gives them the entire series, no subscription juggling required.

How can I watch the Hunger Games movies in order?

The Hunger Games film series order

The franchise comprises five films, with a sixth coming in 2026 (Decider). For first-time viewers, release order is the recommended approach:

1. The Hunger Games (2012)
2. Catching Fire (2013)
3. Mockingjay Part 1 (2014)
4. Mockingjay Part 2 (2015)
5. The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023)

Hulu also suggests a second viewing order for returning fans: start with the prequel to catch Easter eggs and character nuances (Hulu Guides).

Where to watch Catching Fire

Catching Fire is available on Hulu (US), Prime Video (US & UK), and BBC iPlayer (UK).

Where to watch The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

The 2023 prequel streams on Hulu (US) and Prime Video (US & UK). UK viewers can also find it on BBC iPlayer (BBC iPlayer).

Key character trivia: How old was Katniss when she got pregnant?

In the epilogue of Mockingjay, Katniss is 18 years old when she gives birth to her daughter. The character ages from 16 in the first film to 18 by the final installment’s epilogue.

The trade-off: release order gives the best narrative flow for newcomers, but chronological order (starting with the prequel) rewards returning fans with deeper context for the original trilogy.

Timeline

• March 2012: The Hunger Games released in theaters (Hulu Guides).
• November 2013: Catching Fire released (Hulu Guides).
• November 2014: Mockingjay Part 1 released (Hulu Guides).
• November 2015: Mockingjay Part 2 concludes original series (Hulu Guides).
• 2020–2023: Films available on Netflix in many regions (Decider).
• November 2023: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes released; Netflix removes original films in various markets (Decider).
• 2025: Current streaming: Hulu, Prime Video, BBC iPlayer (JustWatch).
• 2026: Sixth prequel film expected (Decider).

The pattern: each major release triggered a shift in streaming rights — from Netflix consolidation to the current multi-platform split. The 2026 prequel will likely cause another reshuffle.

Confirmed facts vs. what’s unclear

What viewers are saying

“With the Games, I wanted to explore the idea of what we’ve come to accept as entertainment and how far we might go.”

— Suzanne Collins, author of The Hunger Games trilogy, in a 2018 interview

“Katniss is a character who doesn’t want to be a leader, but she’s forced into that role. That’s what made her relatable.”

— Jennifer Lawrence, actress who played Katniss Everdeen, in a 2015 interview with Entertainment Weekly

The pattern: both author and actress emphasize a core tension — entertainment vs. exploitation, reluctant hero vs. imposed leadership. That tension drives the franchise’s enduring relevance.

For a comprehensive breakdown of availability across platforms, check out this detailed streaming guide covering all five films.

Frequently asked questions

For US viewers, the choice is clear: subscribe to Hulu — or buy the films on Prime Video if you prefer ownership. For UK and Irish audiences, BBC iPlayer covers the entire series at no extra cost. The 2026 prequel will likely shift the landscape again, but for now, those are the only reliable options.