A 'Hunger Games' prequel, a 'Social Network' follow-up and more fall movies on the wa

NPR | By Bob Mondello

Published September 7, 2026 at 3:32 PM CDT

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A selective peek at the comedies, adventures, romances and awards contenders opening in cinemas between Labor Day and Thanksgiving.

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Bob Mondello

Bob Mondello reviews movies and covers the arts for NPR and shares critiques and commentaries on NPR's award-winning newsmagazine All Things Considered.

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