In the post apocalyptic nation of Panem, Katniss Everdeen lives in the poorest district of the 12 left. Each year, the Capitol holds the Hunger Games, in which one female and one male tribute are chosen from each district to fight to the death. When Katniss's sister gets chosen, Katniss sacrifices herself to take her place. Joined by Peeta Mellark, the pair go into the games where they fight against 22 other opponents until there is only one left.