In an interview promoting the season 8 premiere of Weeds (which debuts tonight on Showtime), Hunter Parrish reveals that he’s had talks for a much desired role in The Hunger Games.

That role is, of course, Finnick. Funnily enough, many of Parrish’s fans had fantasy-casted him for the role over the past few months.

Word about talks with Lionsgate appeared in this piece of an interview with The Daily Beast. Our emphasis added:

Then, of course, there’s The Hunger Games. He came this close to playing Peeta in this year’s mega-blockbuster, but lost the role to his good friend Josh Hutcherson. “It was pretty hard. I really, really wanted it.” He says he felt like his whole life was leading up to that role and when he didn’t get it, he was crushed. “I think I just wanted it a little too much.” Looking back, he says, it was a hefty and much needed helping of humble pie. “It became a very grounding experience for me.”

But in a bizarre twist of fate, Parrish may end up in The Hunger Games after all. His name has been thrown into the mix of potential actors to play the character of Finnick Odair in the sequel Catching Fire. This time, he’s much more cautious about getting his hopes up. He has been in talks with producers but doesn’t want to think about it too much. His eyes light up, however, as he considers the possibility. “It would be fun,” he says, unable to contain himself. “If Lionsgate (the company behind the film) wants to go for it, I’ll be there. I’ll be right there.”

For a moment Parrish goes quiet, lost in his mind’s eye. He’s a kid again, excited about what the next chapter might hold.

Would you like to see Parrish take on Finnick? He certainly has the looks, the body build, and the age.

It’s important to keep in mind that Lionsgate is talking to many actors for many roles, so this does not mean he’s necessarily close to securing Finnick. Other actors the studio is looking at for Finnick include Armie Hammer and Garrett Hedlund.

Thanks to The Hob.