Alan Ritchson Cast as 'Gloss' in HUNGER GAMES Sequel

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Alan Ritchson has been cast in the role of 'Gloss' in Lionsgate's upcoming sequel to The Hunger Games, CATCHING FIRE. The actor's character is described as "a former Career tribute from District who along with his sister Cashmere competes in the Quarter Quell."

Ritchson was recently seen on the CBS comedy pilot Super Fun Night. He is best known for his role as Thad Castle on Spike TV's Blue Mountain State. The series aired for three seasons.

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a "Victor's Tour" of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) - a competition that could change Panem forever.

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire will be directed by Francis Lawrence, and produced by Nina Jacobson's Color Force in tandem with producer Jon Kilik. The novel on which the film is based is the second in a trilogy that has sold more than 50 million books in print and digital in the U.S. alone.

Lionsgate will release The Hunger Games: Catching Fire on November 22, 2013.