Woody Harrelson

However, "The Hunger Games" uses that love triangle set up to tell an important story. Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) and Peeta (Josh Hutcherson) must deal with ...

At the very least, the ending of "The Hunger Games" franchise has an element of hope. The books that Collins wrote held up a mirror to American society that can be uncomfortable to look at. Interestingly enough, both Harrelson and Haymitch first refuse to step into the role they were destined for — but as audiences know, "The Hunger Games" would go on to be more important than either first realized. Haymitch is a lynchpin of the series and is a force that brings many of the characters together. She is able to find love because she isn't constantly worrying about the injustices that the government is implementing. When we first meet Haymitch in "The Hunger Games," the District 12 mentor is more than reluctant.