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THE HUNGER GAMES CATCHING FIRE SPECIAL NOVEMBER 2013

WELCOME!

As Katniss and Peeta prepare to fight for their lives again in Catching Fire, fans are counting down the days until the Hunger Games sequel hits theaters Nov. 22. In anticipation of the movie—predicted to bring in $1 billion worldwide—the editors of PEOPLE bring you this special issue packed with photos, secrets and behind-the-scenes details. Catch up with your favorite stars, and meet new ones like up-and-comer Sam Claflin, who plays the charismatic Finnick. Plus, learn how to dress like Katniss and get a braid like Prim’s. We hope you enjoy this issue, and may the odds be ever in your favor!

46 PEETA MELLARK

Josh Hutcherson dishes about getting in shape for the arena and romancing Jennifer Lawrence onscreen

52 GALE HAWTHORNE

How Liam Hemsworth is navigating Hollywood while staying true to his roots

58 FINNICK ODAIR

Meet Sam Claflin, the sexiest new member of the Catching Fire team

64 THE TRIBUTES

What it’s really like to portray combatants like Brutus, Cashmere and Gloss

90 GOOD & EVIL

Lenny Kravitz and Donald Sutherland talk about their iconic roles

92 THE LOOK OF KATNISS

How to get her low-key style

94 GET PRIM’S BRAID

Tips from a celeb stylist

96 FIRED UP

Check out all the merch—makeup, clothes, jewelry, Team Finnick iPhone case!—coming to a store near you!

98 DIE-HARD FANS

Hunger Games aficionados prove their devotion with a custom-made license plate, beloved pets—even their own children

ON THE COVER: PHOTOGRAPHS BY TIM PALEN. INSET: MURRAY CLOSE/LIONSGATE