Disney+ Unveils Epic New Trailer for Percy Jackson Season 2
Disney+ has officially launched the thrilling new trailer for the highly anticipated second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, promising a "faithful adaptation" of Rick Riordan's beloved fantasy series. The streamer confirmed that the show will make its grand return on December 10, kicking off with a special two-episode premiere. Following the debut, new instalments will land on the platform every Wednesday, giving fans a weekly dose of mythological adventure.
A Heroic Quest into Uncharted Waters
The upcoming season is based on the second book in the series, The Sea of Monsters. It pledges an epic new adventure filled with terrifying new monsters, action-packed sequences, and higher stakes than ever before. The young demigods are set on a perilous quest to save their safe haven, Camp Half-Blood, and rescue their friend Grover.
The official synopsis from Disney details the plot: "After Camp Half-Blood’s protective border is breached, Percy Jackson embarks on an epic odyssey into the Sea of Monsters in search of his best friend Grover and the one thing that may save the camp — the legendary Golden Fleece." Percy will not be alone; he will have help from Annabeth, Clarisse, and his newfound cyclops half-brother, Tyson. His survival becomes paramount to thwarting the plans of Luke and the Titan Kronos, who aim to bring down Camp Half-Blood and ultimately, Olympus itself.
Star-Studded Cast and Exciting Companion Series
The core cast members are all returning for the new season, including Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Dior Goodjohn, and Daniel Diemer. They will be joined by an impressive roster of recurring and guest stars, featuring big names such as Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jason Mantzoukas, Glynn Turman, and Toby Stephens.
In addition to the new season, Disney+ is launching a companion series on the same day. Fans can delve deeper into the world of the show with the Percy Jackson and the Olympians Official Podcast. This unscripted series will offer behind-the-scenes access, with new episodes released after each new episode of the show. The podcast will be available on Disney+, YouTube, and major podcast platforms. Excitingly, it has also been confirmed that production on season three is already well underway.
Critical Acclaim and Harry Potter Comparisons
The first season of the adaptation was a resounding success with critics, achieving an impressive 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. One critic praised the show, stating it was a "faithful adaptation of the original novels" with production values that rivalled the original film adaptations.
The series has frequently been tipped as a top alternative for fans of Harry Potter. One reviewer noted, "those over Harry Potter and still looking for a magic-wielding underdog in whom to invest will find lots here to enjoy." Another declared the Disney+ series a significant improvement on the earlier film adaptations, highlighting how it gives its young actors the "time and space to develop their characters."
Percy Jackson and the Olympians season two begins streaming on Disney+ on December 10.
