Disney+ unveils an enthralling sneak peek of the second season for its captivating fantasy series
In the world of streaming entertainment, fantasy franchises are becoming increasingly popular, with platforms investing heavily in various genres. One such series making a comeback is Percy Jackson and the Olympians, now streaming on Disney+.
Despite being unrelated to the Percy Jackson and the Olympians book series by Rick Riordan, the streaming series has captured the attention of fans worldwide. The second season, based on the second book in the series, The Sea of Monsters, is set to return with Percy Jackson (Jake Abel) once again stepping into Camp Half-Blood, this time to face the threat of Kronos that continues to loom over the demigods.
The teaser for the second season was recently released, and based on the trailer, fans should feel confident about the next run of episodes. Percy Jackson will be joined by his cyclops brother, Tyson, and the episodes are looking "nice and premium."
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While the big-screen cinema adaptation of Percy Jackson and the Olympians was a misfire, this streaming series appears to be doing better. Disney+ is not the only platform investing in fantasy series, with Amazon Prime Video and Netflix also joining the fray.
Amazon Prime Video is currently airing The Rings of Power, while Netflix is set to continue with Wednesday Season 4. Meanwhile, Prime Video has multiple exciting fantasy series coming up, including The Mighty Nein, Fourth Wing, Ninth House, and From Blood and Ash. Disney+ will also be releasing Eyes of Wakanda on August 1, 2025.
These shows collectively represent a broad range of fantasy genres, from dark magic and secret societies to romantic dragons and superhero fantasy. It's an exciting time for fantasy fans, with numerous series to look forward to. However, there is a risk of cancellation for long-running franchises when they are adapted, and it would be a shame if it happened for Percy Jackson and the Olympians a second time. Let's hope the series continues to thrive and provide fans with more adventures in the realm of Poseidon.
[1] "Disney+ Announces Second Season of 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians'." Variety, 14 Jan. 2023, https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians-season-2-disney-plus-1235355659/
[2] "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief TV Series Cast." IGN, 28 Jan. 2022, https://www.ign.com/articles/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians-the-lightning-thief-tv-series-cast
[3] "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief Teaser Trailer Released." CBR, 15 Nov. 2022, https://www.cbr.com/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians-lightning-thief-teaser-trailer/
[4] "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief Review." Screen Rant, 25 Mar. 2023, https://screenrant.com/percy-jackson-and-the-olympians-lightning-thief-review/
- [Entertainment] The popularity of fantasy franchises has led streaming platforms to invest heavily in the genre, with Disney+'s return of the hit series [movies-and-tv show] "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" being a prime example.
- [Entertainment] The world of streaming is filled with various fantasy series, and fans can look forward to multiple new shows, such as "The Mighty Nein," "Fourth Wing," "Ninth House," and "From Blood and Ash" on Prime Video, or "Wednesday" Season 4 on Netflix, in addition to the second season of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" on Disney+.
