The highly anticipated “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” series has made its early debut on Disney+ and Hulu, much to the delight of fans. In a surprising move, the show’s release strategy was updated to give viewers the chance to watch the first episode on both Disney+ and Hulu, with the episode remaining available for streaming until January 31.
While the first two episodes can now be found on Disney+, the first episode is exclusively available on Hulu. Fans can look forward to new episodes being released on Disney+ weekly, leading up to the Season 1 finale on January 31.
Pamela Levine, the head of marketing at Disney Branded Television and National Geographic Content, expressed gratitude towards dedicated Percy Jackson fans for their support. To show their appreciation, Disney allowed fans to enjoy the first two episodes earlier than expected.
The series is a highly anticipated and long-awaited adaptation of Rick Riordan’s beloved book series, “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” which first captivated readers in 2005. Previous film adaptations by 20th Century Fox faced backlash from fans due to significant plot changes that deviated from the original books, ultimately disappointing Riordan himself.
In a refreshing change, Riordan is now involved in the Disney+ series as a writer and executive producer. He has plans to release five seasons, each based on one of the books in the series. This involvement from Riordan has excited fans, who hope to finally witness a faithful adaptation of their favorite story on screen.
The positive reception of the series has also caught the attention of 20th Television president, Karey Burke. She has expressed interest in adapting all of Riordan’s books in the Percy Jackson universe, potentially expanding the series beyond the original five books.
With its early release, dedicated Percy Jackson fans have been given a treat, allowing them to dive into the fantasy world sooner than expected. As the first episode sets the stage for an exciting adventure, fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming episodes and the potential for the series to expand into even more beloved books from Riordan’s imaginative universe.
