The latest novel in the beloved series was only published this year – but the casting process for the upcoming film adaptation is already well underway.

Oscar nominee Jesse Plemons has been cast as Plutarch Heavensbee in Lionsgate's "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping," the studio announced on Friday. A future Head Gamemaker and rebellion leader,

Jesse Plemons is stepping into the shoes of late actor Philip Seymour Hoffman. Plemons will star in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping as Plutarch Heavensbee, the character Hoffman portrayed in his final film roles, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay—Parts 1 and 2. He joins stars Joseph Zada, Whitney Peak and Mckenna Grace.