When it comes to young adult fantasy (at least in the books), few capture the imagination quite like Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson & the Olympians. And while the 2010s saw an attempt to bring the modern-day take on Greek mythology to a larger audience, fans felt something was amiss. Now, with Disney at the helm, there's renewed hope for a more faithful adaptation of the cherished series.
First things first, Disney+ is not merely looking to recreate the films. Instead, they're delving deep into Riordan's rich narrative, leveraging the episodic nature of TV to truly encapsulate the world where Greek myths collide with modern-day America.
The series, poised as a potential Christmas family favorite, will see its first two episodes premiering on December 20. And for those itching for a steady dose of demigod drama, additional episodes will roll out weekly.
Central to the series is 12-year-old Percy Jackson, played by Walker Scobell, previously seen in The Adam Project along with, among other familiar faces, Ryan Reynolds. The storyline treads familiar waters: Percy's finding out that he's one-part deity, the son of Poseidon, and his subsequent accusation of stealing Zeus' master lightning bolt. What ensues is a cross-country quest to restore order to Olympus.