“Percy Jackson” refers to a popular series created by American author Rick Riordan, encompassing novels, a television adaptation, and various related media.
Books: The series begins with “The Lightning Thief,” introducing Percy Jackson, a 12-year-old demigod and son of Poseidon, who embarks on adventures rooted in Greek mythology. The original five-book series includes:
- The Lightning Thief
- The Sea of Monsters
- The Titan’s Curse
- The Battle of the Labyrinth
- The Last Olympian
Riordan has expanded the universe with additional series like “The Heroes of Olympus” and “The Trials of Apollo,” further exploring Percy Jackson’s world.
Television Series: In December 2023, Disney+ premiered a television adaptation titled “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” with the first season adapting “The Lightning Thief.” Walker Scobell stars as Percy Jackson. The series has been well-received for its faithfulness to the source material. A second season, adapting “The Sea of Monsters,” is scheduled for release in December 2025.
Notably, the show has already been renewed for a third season, which will adapt “The Titan’s Curse.”
Recent Developments:
- Courtney B. Vance has been cast as Zeus in the upcoming seasons, succeeding the late Lance Reddick.
- The musical adaptation “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” has been praised for its inventive staging and engaging performances.
For more information, you can visit Rick Riordan’s official website.