Disney+ has announced the much-anticipated premiere date for its forthcoming original series, Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Based on the best-selling book series by acclaimed author Rick Riordan and produced in collaboration with Disney Branded Television and 20th Television, the epic adventure series is set to debut with a captivating two-episode premiere on December 20, 2023, exclusively on Disney+. Following the premiere, fans can look forward to new episodes airing weekly.
The announcement coincides with Percy Jackson’s birthday, and in celebration, Disney+ has released an enticing new teaser, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the magical world of Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Watch the exciting teaser by clicking below:
The series unfolds the fantastical tale of Percy Jackson, a 12-year-old modern demigod who finds himself grappling with his newfound divine abilities. Trouble brews when Zeus, the sky god, accuses Percy of stealing his mighty lightning bolt. With the unwavering support of his friends Grover and Annabeth, Percy embarks on a thrilling quest to recover the stolen artifact and restore harmony to Olympus.
The stellar cast of Percy Jackson and the Olympians includes Walker Scobell in the role of Percy Jackson, Leah Sava Jeffries as Annabeth Chase, and Aryan Simhadri as Grover Underwood. The series also features notable guest appearances, with Lin-Manuel Miranda portraying Hermes, Megan Mullally as Alecto (also known as Mrs. Dodds), Toby Stephens as Poseidon, Virginia Kull as Sally Jackson, Jason Mantzoukas as Dionysus (aka Mr. D), Jay Duplass as Hades, Glynn Turman as Chiron (aka Mr. Brunner), the late Lance Reddick as Zeus, Adam Copeland as Ares, Charlie Bushnell as Luke Castellan, Dior Goodjohn as Clarisse La Rue, Jessica Parker Kennedy as Medusa, Olivea Morton as Nancy Bobofit, Suzanne Cryer as Echidna, Timm Sharp as Gabe Ugliano, and Timothy Omundson as Hephaestus.
The series creator, Rick Riordan, closely collaborated with the creative team and showrunners Jon Steinberg and Dan Shotz to ensure that the adaptation remains true to the beloved characters and his vision for the story. The first two episodes are penned by Riordan and Steinberg and directed by James Bobin. Executives producers include Jon Steinberg, Dan Shotz, Rick Riordan, Rebecca Riordan, Ellen Goldsmith-Vein, Bert Salke, Jeremy Bell, D.J. Goldberg, James Bobin, Jim Rowe, Monica Owusu-Breen, Anders Engström, and Jet Wilkinson.
Additionally, Percy Jackson and the Olympians will extend its brand into a diverse product line featuring apparel, accessories, stationery, and tie-in books, all set to hit shelves this fall, with availability at Hot Topic, Box Lunch, Barnes & Noble, and other leading retailers.
With over 100 million copies sold worldwide, the Percy Jackson book series has left an indelible mark on literature, making the upcoming series a highly-anticipated addition to Disney+ and a thrilling journey for both new and longtime fans. 🔥
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