Disney Positions Percy Jackson as Launchpad for an Expanding Riordan Universe
Rick Riordan confirms a separate new series in development, signaling active growth as Disney+ builds on the show’s momentum.
Overview
- At Lucca Comics & Games 2025, Rick Riordan said he is working on a new series in addition to the show’s third season, though details remain under wraps.
- Season 2, adapting The Sea of Monsters, is scheduled to premiere on Disney+ on December 10, 2025.
- Reports indicate Season 3 is already in production, underscoring Disney’s accelerated timetable for the franchise.
- Coverage suggests Disney views Percy Jackson as the foundation for a larger, connected mythology franchise, with any Kane Chronicles involvement still speculative and unconfirmed.
- Analysts highlight the series as a faithful, author-led adaptation that restored fan trust and offers a more cost-effective growth path than recent MCU or Star Wars projects.