Percy Jackson Showrunner Hints at Exciting Season Three Renewal Plans!

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Summary

  • The Percy Jackson Disney+ adaptation is set for a second season with discussions for a potential third season.
  • The show surpassed the MCU and Star Wars on Disney+ streaming, securing renewal potential for more content.
  • The series offers fans a more faithful adaptation of the books, hinting at potential spin-offs and a mature tone.

Fans have enthusiastically embraced “Percy Jackson & The Olympians” and are hoping for more, as it looks set to surpass its less worthy precursor. Many are wondering if there’s any news about the highly anticipated adaptation reaching even greater heights. Fortunately, we have updates from the show’s primary creative mind.

The live-action version of “Percy Jackson & The Olympians” on Disney+ was a highly anticipated project, given that the children’s book series enjoyed significant popularity in the 2010s and eventually reached its peak in a specific niche, expanding further with spin-offs and crossovers, including a new mainline series with a more mature tone. The franchise initially tried its luck in film adaptations, but received lackluster responses both at the box office and from fans. After this, the intellectual property lay dormant until Disney+ announced their show. Rick Riordan, the creator of “Percy Jackson”, was part of the casting and pre-production process from the beginning, and he praised the Disney+ show for its faithful representation of his work. Following the release of the first season on the streaming platform, fans concurred with his praise.

Due to the initial series’ success, there has been a green light for a second season, even with a new cast member replacing Lance Riddick, who sadly passed away following the filming of the first season. Although the second season hasn’t yet premiered on Disney+, enthusiasts are already anticipating more episodes. Interestingly, the show’s creators share this excitement, as revealed by The Hollywood Reporter. In a conversation about the series, the executive producer of Percy Jackson & The Olympians Jonathan Steinberg hinted at potential discussions for a third season. When asked if there had been any talks with other team members or Disney executives regarding another season, Steinberg responded positively. “We are indeed discussing,” he confirmed. “The desire to continue the process involves being prepared and knowing how to approach conversations, having a strategy in place. Nothing is set in stone yet, but we left Vancouver assuming that we would return at some point – ideally soon.

Regarding the initial season of “Percy Jackson & The Olympians,” its success was extraordinary, outperforming both the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Star Wars franchises on Disney+ in 2024. This achievement alone warrants serious consideration for an early renewal. However, the unpredictable nature of the streaming industry has led companies to exercise caution with even popular content. It’s improbable that “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” will be terminated due to Disney’s previous ties from the first publication of the original books, along with Riordan’s direct involvement and approval, which makes it as secure as many in-house properties. It seems probable that Disney will continue the adaptation until it starts to underperform on their platform. The question is who will act first, but a third season appears very likely at this point.

The Percy Jackson and the Olympians book series has several aspects that align more closely with the upcoming Disney+ show compared to the films, which is beneficial for the franchise. With additional seasons and increased confidence at Disney, the show could faithfully adapt the popular series and even inspire adaptations for the sequel books like Heroes of Olympus. The spinoff books and series also hold significant potential due to their more mature tone and improved writing. In the interim, fans eagerly await a renewal announcement, keeping a close watch for any updates.

Percy Jackson & The Olympians is available to stream on Disney+.

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2025-03-11 01:14