Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard Not Directing Catching Fire

Directors Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard were at the premiere of Cabin In the Woods. They were both asked about the chance of directing Catching Fire, but neither seemed interested.

Joss Whedon: “You know, I love the books and I really love the movie,” said Whedon. “I think Gary Ross [did] them all beautifully, and who wouldn’t want to work with that cast, honestly? And I think the second book is really exciting. But I’ve been walking in somebody else’s world for a long time. I’ve spent the last two years doing that and watching ‘Cabin’ reminds me what it’s like when something comes purely from your own brain, how much fun that is.  It’d be tempting as hell, not that they’d necessarily ask, but no, I feel like it’s time to go back into the ‘Insane-o’ place and see what else comes out.”
Drew Goddard: “I love Lionsgate so much that if they come to me with anything, I will always listen, because I can’t say enough good things about this company. I love them! I love the books and I loved the movie. I thought Gary did a phenomenal job and I’m excited to see part two,” said Goddard, after laughing at the admittedly baited question.

Source: Showblitz