Joseph Zada Seeks 'Sunrise On The Reaping' Group Chat With Elle Fanning and Whitney Peak

The Excitement Around Sunrise on the Reaping Cast

The upcoming film Sunrise on the Reaping is generating a lot of buzz, even though it won’t hit theaters until next fall. Fans are already thrilled to see an impressive lineup of actors, including Joseph Zada, McKenna Grace, and Elle Fanning, all coming together on screen. Additionally, Glenn Close and Billy Porter have recently been announced as part of the cast, adding even more excitement to the project.

Joseph Zada, who will be playing Haymitch Abernathy in the film, has shared some interesting insights about the cast and their potential for collaboration. He mentioned that a group chat might be formed among the cast members, which could help them stay connected during the production process.

"I think there should be [a group chat], maybe I need to start that. I will," he said in an exclusive interview with Brit + Co. "I chatted to a few of them just to say hello, and I'm excited, but it's also very early days. We don't start shooting until later into the summer."

While the production is still in its early stages, the anticipation for the film is already high. The full cast includes some big names, but one of the most exciting additions is Elle Fanning, who will play Effie Trinket. Her presence in the cast makes it clear that she should definitely be part of any group chat the cast forms.

The Full Cast of Sunrise on the Reaping

Here is the complete list of actors set to appear in Sunrise on the Reaping:

• Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy
• Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove
• Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner
• Ben Wang as Wyatt Callow
• Molly McCann as Louella McCoy
• Iona Bell as Lou Lou
• Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket
• Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee Latier
• Maya Hawke as Wiress
• Lili Taylor as Mags Flanagan
• Jhaleil Swaby as Panache Barker
• Laura Marcus as Silka Sharp
• Percy Daggs IV as Ampert Latier
• Rada Rae as Wellie
• Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee
• Ralph Fiennes as President Snow
• Kieran Culkin as Caesar Flickerman
• Glenn Close as Drusilla Sickle
• Billy Porter as Magno Stift

This diverse and talented group of actors brings a wide range of experience and energy to the film, making it one of the most anticipated releases of 2026.

Insights from the We Were Liars Cast

Joseph Zada also shared some thoughts about his previous project, We Were Liars, where he worked alongside Esther McGregor, Emily Alyn Lind, and Shubham Maheshwari. The cast spoke about how they built a strong bond during filming, which translated well into their on-screen chemistry.

"It seemed quite effortless," Esther McGregor said. "There was not much like, 'Oh my God, we have to do this work.' It was more of wanting to spend time with one another off of set, and that effortlessly kind of translated to our dynamic on set."

Joseph added, "We spent so long together, and seeing each other recently, we picked right back up where we left it. We were in Halifax, Nova Scotia, so it's not exactly the busiest place. We only really had each other, and we all lived in different parts of the world."

Esther joked, "We had no one else to hang out with, so we had to get along with each other. Such a bore."

Where to Watch Sunrise on the Reaping and We Were Liars

Sunrise on the Reaping is set to premiere in theaters on November 20, 2026. In the meantime, fans can watch We Were Liars on Prime Video. Additional interviews with the cast are available on YouTube.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated film and its incredible cast.