Summary

• Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2 may start filming in the fall, according to author Rick Riordan.
• Riordan is actively involved in the production, with scripts currently being written and outlines for all eight episodes complete.
• Season 1's success led to a prompt renewal, with season 2 being based on Book 2 of the series, The Sea of Monsters.

Percy Jackson and the Olympians has gotten a major update from Rick Riordan for season 2, the creator of the series teasing when the new season will begin filming. Season 1 of the Greek mythology series was a major success for Disney+, quickly earning a season 2 renewal. The episodes will be based on Book 2 of Riordan's series, titled The Sea of Monsters.

Now, Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2 on his website, teasing how production of the show is going. The author said scripts are currently being written, with outlines for all eight episodes already drawn up. He also teases that, if everything goes according to plan, filming for the new season will begin in the fall of this year.

What Rick Riordan’s Update Means For Percy Jackson Season 2

In addition to the scripting and filming update, Riordan teased that both set and monster designs are already being made, hinting at plenty of familiar, book-accurate creations. He also said that, while he doesn't handle casting for the series, he has faith those currently being sought after as new characters in Percy Jackson season 2 will be highly qualified for bringing the characters to life. All the author's news culminates in the knowledge that production on the series is moving forward, with big plans ahead for the next batch of episodes.

However, given how long it will be until the series begins filming once more, it appears the wait for the next season is going to be quite lengthy. Filming for season 1 began in June 2022 and ended in February 2023, with a large gap between the end of production and its December 2023 premiere. However, the 2023 Hollywood strikes contributed to the show's premiere being so late, meaning such a long wait likely won't happen again for season 2. Even so, season 1's eight-month filming schedule could mean season 2 won't wrap production until mid-2025.

Despite this long wait for Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2, Riordan's update reveals just how much detail is being given to the episodes, making the wait worthwhile. Even though the series may not come back until late 2025, the success of season 1 could also lead to more seasons being renewed - thereby produced - even faster. With plenty of time left between now and when the show starts filming again, Riordan could offer even more updates about the series in the near future.

All episodes of Percy Jackson and the Olympians are now streaming on Disney+.

Source: Rick Riordan