As the countdown to the highly anticipated Disney+ adaptation of Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians series continues, fans are being treated to an array of enticing previews, including the release of the first official batch of photos and a brand-new poster.
Set to premiere on December 20, the series will launch with the first two episodes, followed by weekly releases, allowing viewers to savor every moment of this thrilling coming-of-age fantasy.
Another look at Percy Jackson and the Olympians adventuring trio
The recently revealed photos offer an exciting closer look at the heart of the series—the main trio. Walker Scobell takes on the titular role of Percy Jackson, the 12-year-old modern demigod who is just beginning to grapple with his newfound supernatural abilities. Joining him are Leah Sava Jeffries as the resourceful Annabeth Chase and Aryan Simhadri as the lovable satyr Grover Underwood. These images provide fans with a glimpse into the captivating chemistry and camaraderie that these talented young actors bring to the story.
A poster teasing godly powers
Accompanying the photos is a stunning new poster that hints at the awe-inspiring godly powers Percy has inherited from his father, Poseidon. This tantalizing glimpse into the demigod’s abilities promises an exciting visual spectacle as Percy embarks on his epic quest.
What’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians about?
For those unfamiliar with the story, here’s a synopsis of Percy Jackson and the Olympians: “The live-action series tells the fantastical story of the titular 12-year-old modern demigod, Percy Jackson, who’s just coming to terms with his newfound supernatural powers when the sky god Zeus accuses him of stealing his master lightning bolt. Now Percy must trek across America to find it and restore order to Olympus.”
The cast of Percy Jackson and the Olympians
In addition to the main trio, the series boasts a star-studded ensemble cast, including Dior Goodjohn as Clarisse La Rue, Charlie Bushnell as Luke Castellan, Virginia Kull as Sally Jackson, Glynn Turman as Chiron, Megan Mullally as Mr. Dodds, Olivea Morton as Nancy Bobofit, and Timm Sharp as Gabe Ugliano. The supporting cast includes Jason Mantzoukas as Dionysus, former WWE superstar Adam Copeland as Ares, Jay Duplass as Hades, Lin-Manuel Miranda as Hermes, Timothy Omundson as Hephaestus, Toby Stephens as Poseidon, and the late Lance Reddick as Zeus.
A behind-the-scenes look at the creative team behind Disney+’s PJO
The creative team behind this exciting adaptation is nothing short of exceptional. James Bobin is at the helm as director, working from a screenplay co-written by Rick Riordan and Jon Steinberg. The series is based on Riordan’s first installment of the wildly popular Camp Half-Blood Chronicles book series called, well, Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
With executive producers Rick Riordan, James Bobin, Jon Steinberg, Dan Shotz, Rebecca Riordan, Bert Salke, Monica Owusu-Breen, Jim Rowe, and Gotham Group’s Ellen Goldsmith-Vein, Jeremy Bell, and D.J. Goldberg, it’s clear that the series is in good hands.
A Journey Awaits
As fans eagerly await the series’ premiere, these photos and the tantalizing poster only serve to heighten the anticipation. December 20 can’t come soon enough for those eager to join Percy Jackson on his epic journey across America to restore order to Olympus. With Disney+ as its platform, Percy Jackson and the Olympians is poised to bring this beloved literary world to life in a way that will captivate both new and longtime fans. So, mark your calendars and prepare for a breathtaking adventure like no other.
