TMDb/The Hunger Games TV The 2010s dystopian phenomenon that filled the void after Harry Potter and Twilight, launching Jennifer Lawrence into stardom. April 28, 2026 AceShowbiz - The 2010s marked a significant rise for Young Adult dystopian fiction, filling the void left by the conclusion of major franchises like Harry Potter and Twilight. Audiences eager for fresh stories found it through a dystopian saga that would become a major box-office success and expand into a beloved franchise over the years.