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Geek Girl Authority
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Girl Authority
PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS Takes Center Stage in Disney+ and Hulu 2025 Sizzle Reel
Highlights Disney unleashed a 2025 sizzle reel for its platform Disney+ and sister streamer Hulu, which you can watch below. Said reel teases what's on the horizon, content-wise, and features new footage from Marvel's Wonder Man and Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2. Wonder Man Percy Jackson and the Olympians On the Hulu side of things, the reel also unveils first looks at Only Murders in the Building Season 5 and the upcoming new series Chad Powers . Coming in 2025 There's a lot to look forward to on the Disney+ and Hulu front for the remainder of this year. Disney shared a sizzle reel featuring never-before-seen footage from new original series and returning fan favorites alike. Disney+ For Disney+, this includes the highly anticipated second season of the smash-hit fantasy Percy Jackson and the Olympians . Here's a synopsis of Season 2 per Disney: 'Season 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians is based on the second installment of Disney Hyperion's best-selling book series titled The Sea of Monsters by award-winning author Rick Riordan. In the new season, Percy Jackson returns to Camp Half-Blood one year later to find his world turned upside down. His friendship with Annabeth is changing, he learns he has a cyclops for a brother, Grover has gone missing, and camp is under siege from the forces of Kronos. Percy's journey to set things right will take him off the map and into the deadly Sea of Monsters, where a secret fate awaits the son of Poseidon.' RELATED: When Franchises Collide: Star Trek and the Marvel Cinematic Universe Additionally, the entertainment juggernaut blessed us with a brief teaser for Marvel's Wonder Man , starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as actor Simon Williams, who becomes the titular hero. Ben Kingsley reprises his role of Trevor Slattery, whose previous MCU credits include 2021's Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and 2013's Iron Man 3 . Hulu As for Hulu, the 2025 sizzle reel showcases what's to come for beloved comedic murder mystery series Only Murders in the Building Season 5, which features new guest stars Renée Zellweger, Logan Lerman, Keegan-Michael Key, Téa Leoni, Christoph Waltz, Jermaine Fowler and Beanie Feldstein. Meryl Streep will also return as Loretta Durkin-Putnam. Then, Glen Powell stars as the eponymous Chad Powers in Chad Powers , a new comedy slated for premiere this fall. Alien: Earth also gets some love with new footage from the horror series to whet our appetites. RELATED: Percy Jackson and the Olympians Scores Early Season 3 Renewal Here's a breakdown of everything to come on Disney+ and Hulu, including premiere dates/windows: FX's Alien: Earth (streaming August 12) (streaming August 12) All's Fair (streaming Fall 2025) (streaming Fall 2025) Chad Powers (streaming September 30) (streaming September 30) King of the Hill Season 14 (streaming August 4) Season 14 (streaming August 4) Only Murders in the Building Season 5 Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 (streaming December 2025) The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox (streaming August 20) Marvel Television's Wonder Man (streaming December 2025) (streaming December 2025) ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires (streaming July 11) Before you go, check out the Disney+ and Hulu sizzle reel below: Renée Zellweger Is Coming to the Arconia in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season 5 Contact: [email protected] What I do: I'm GGA's Managing Editor, a Senior Contributor, and Press Coordinator. I manage, contribute, and coordinate. Sometimes all at once. Joking aside, I oversee day-to-day operations for GGA, write, edit, and assess interview opportunities/press events. Who I am: Before moving to Los Angeles after studying theater in college, I was born and raised in Amish country, Ohio. No, I am not Amish, even if I sometimes sport a modest bonnet. Bylines in: Tell-Tale TV, Culturess, Sideshow Collectibles, and inkMend on Medium. Critic: Rotten Tomatoes, CherryPicks, and the Hollywood Creative Alliance.
South China Morning Post
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
James Wen's top pick: Percy Jackson & the Olympians series by Rick Riordan
Do you have a book, movie or show recommendation? Send us your top picks using this form . If you're looking for an exciting, action-packed and humorous adventure that blends modern life with ancient mythology, the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series by Rick Riordan is the perfect choice for you. Percy Jackson isn't your typical flawless hero – he's a dyslexic, ADHD-prone kid who always seems to get into trouble. His sarcastic wit and loyalty make him incredibly endearing, and his struggles with identity and family make him deeply relatable. From battling minotaurs to escaping the underworld, Percy's quests are packed with danger, humour and unexpected twists. Riordan brilliantly reimagines Greek Gods in contemporary America – Zeus running Olympus from the Empire State Building, Medusa selling garden statues, and Hades chilling in Los Angeles. The way mythology intertwines with the modern world is both clever and entertaining. Each book builds upon the last, culminating in an epic conclusion in The Last Olympian. Alongside Percy, you'll meet Annabeth Chase and Grover Underwood. The friendships, rivalries and teamwork make the story even more engaging. Beyond the monsters and magic, the series explores deeper themes, such as finding your place in the world, standing up for what's right and the power of friendship.
Express Tribune
15-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Percy Jackson and the Olympians renewed for season 3 ahead of season 2 premiere on Disney+
Disney+ has confirmed an early renewal for Percy Jackson and the Olympians, with Season 3 already in the works before the second season even premieres. The news comes as the series wraps up production on its second season, slated for release in December. Season 3 will adapt the third book in Rick Riordan's beloved series, The Titan's Curse, and will introduce key characters like Nico di Angelo and the Hunters of Artemis. Rick Riordan expressed excitement about the continued success of the show, emphasizing how thrilled he is to bring new characters to life for fans. "This third season will be new territory for the screen," Riordan said. "It's a huge sign of commitment from Disney, and speaks volumes about the enthusiasm with which the fandom has embraced the TV show." The renewal aligns with Disney+'s strategy to keep pace with the growing age of the main cast, including Walker Scobell (Percy Jackson), Leah Sava Jeffries (Annabeth Chase), and Aryan Simhadri (Grover Underwood). Riordan has previously mentioned his intent to tell each book's story across individual seasons, which means shorter gaps between seasons are crucial to maintain the authenticity of the characters' age progression. Season 3 will also bring fresh casting, including the roles of Nico and Bianca di Angelo, children of Hades. Ayo Davis, president of Disney Branded Television, praised the series for resonating deeply with fans and reaffirmed Disney's commitment to continuing Percy's journey. Meanwhile, Season 2, based on The Sea of Monsters, will follow Percy and his friends as they face new challenges at Camp Half-Blood and beyond, with several new cast members joining the adventure.
See - Sada Elbalad
15-03-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
"Percy Jackson and the Olympians" Renewed for Season 3 Ahead of Season 2 Premiere
'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' has been renewed for Season 3 at Disney+ nearly a year before the series' second season premiere. Disney Branded Television and 20th Television have announced that a third season, based on the Rick Riordan novel 'The Titan's Curse,' is already in the works, with Season 2 of the hit show now set to debut in December 2025. An exact premiere date will be announced in the future. The second season of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Dior Goodjohn and Daniel Diemer. Production recently wrapped in Vancouver. The news is not altogether surprising, given how well Season 1 of 'Percy Jackson' did on Disney+. According to Nielsen streaming data, the show was among the top five most-watched original shows across all of streaming when it debuted in December 2023. Disney had also previously reported that the first episode drew 13.3 million views in its first six days on Disney+ and Hulu, with a view defined as total time watched divided by runtime. Created by Riordan and Jonathan E. Steinberg, Season 2 of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' is executive produced by Steinberg and Dan Shotz alongside Riordan, Rebecca Riordan, Craig Silverstein, The Gotham Group's Ellen Goldsmith-Vein, Bert Salke, The Gotham Group's Jeremy Bell and D.J. Goldberg, James Bobin, Jim Rowe, Albert Kim, Jason Ensler and Sarah Watson. 20th Television is the studio.
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Scores Early Season 3 Renewal
Congratulations seaweed brain, 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' has been renewed for Season 3, several months ahead of its season 2 return The news came on Friday afternoon, along with the tease that Season 2 of the Disney+ series starring Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries and Aryan Simhadri will be released in December on the streamer. Following the hopes of 'Percy Jackson' author and creator Rick Riordan, Season 3 will follow the third book in the series, called 'The Titan's Curse.' 'We're so grateful to be continuing the story of Percy Jackson on Disney+. This third season will be new territory for the screen, bringing fan favorites like the Hunters of Artemis and Nico di Angelo to life for the first time,' Riordan said. 'It's a huge sign of commitment from Disney, and speaks volumes about the enthusiasm with which the fandom has embraced the TV show. Thank you, demigods worldwide!' Ahead of the series' debut on Disney+, Riordan told TheWrap that fans could 'rest easy' about how the show would approach the books, saying at the time that 'There's a lot of, I guess, pent-up wish fulfillment about having an adaptation that really sort of reflects the books. And I think — I hope — this series is going to be the antidote for that.' 'From the moment 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' debuted, it was clear this series had struck a chord with fans of all ages,' Ayo Davis, president of Disney Branded Television said. 'With season two set to premiere this December, we're thrilled to announce that Percy's journey will continue with a third season. Huge thanks to our incredible cast and creative team, our partners at 20th Television, and our visionary and talented producers who continue to bring Rick Riordan's world to life with such depth and imagination.' Season 2 will adapt the second book in the series, 'The Sea of Monsters,' which brings in two new characters as well. Back at SDCC last year, it was revealed that Daniel Diemer will play Percy's half-brother Tyson, and a few months later, it was revealed that Tamara Smart would play Zeus' daughter Thalia. An exact premiere date for season 2 of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' has not been revealed yet. Season 1 is now streaming on Disney+. The post 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Scores Early Season 3 Renewal appeared first on TheWrap.
