The excitement surrounding the second season of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” is palpable as the premiere date approaches. The newly released trailer for Season 2, which launched on November 6, has garnered impressive attention, achieving 135.9 million views across various platforms within just 10 days. This remarkable figure represents a 60% increase compared to the 84.3 million views of the Season 1 trailer in a similar timeframe.
Global Impact of the Trailer
The trailer’s strong performance highlights its widespread appeal. Notably, nearly half of its audience—46.8%—came from international viewers. This statistic suggests that the series resonates well beyond its primary demographic.
What to Expect in Season 2
Season 2 will adapt “The Sea of Monsters,” the second book in Rick Riordan’s acclaimed Greek mythology series. The storyline will delve into perilous challenges faced by Percy Jackson, portrayed by Walker Scobell, and his friend Grover, played by Aryan Simhadri. The stakes are high, with the fate of Camp Half-Blood hanging in the balance.
Returning and New Cast Members
- Walker Scobell as Percy Jackson
- Leah Sava Jeffries as Annabeth Chase
- Aryan Simhadri as Grover Underwood
- Charlie Bushnell as Clarisse La Rue
- Dior Goodjohn as Piper McLean
- Daniel Diemer as Tyson
- Tamara Smart as Thalia Grace, daughter of Zeus
Notable guest stars include:
- Jason Mantzoukas as Dionysus
- Timothy Simons as Tantalus
- Lin-Manuel Miranda as Hermes
- Courtney B. Vance as Zeus
- Sandra Bernhard, Kristen Schaal, and Margaret Cho as The Gray Sisters
Premiere and Future of the Series
The second season is set to premiere on December 10, with two episodes available on Disney+ and Hulu. Following this, new episodes will be released weekly on Wednesdays. In addition, on the same day, Disney will also launch a new podcast offering behind-the-scenes insights into the series.
Interestingly, “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” has already been renewed for a third season, currently in production in Vancouver, ensuring that the journey will continue for fans of the franchise.
