Disney+'s 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Earns Praise for Faithful Adaptation

The series, involving author Rick Riordan in its creation, offers a more person-driven story and potential for an expanded 'Riordanverse'.

The Disney+ series 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' is receiving positive reviews for its faithful adaptation of Rick Riordan's popular YA book series, with the show's structure allowing for greater character development and a more person-driven story.
Unlike the unsuccessful film adaptations, author Rick Riordan was heavily involved in the creation and casting process of the TV series, ensuring it stayed true to the original text.
The series stars Walker Scobell as Percy Jackson, a demigod son of Poseidon, alongside Leah Jeffries as Annabeth Chase and Aryan Simhadri as Grover Underwood.
Despite some criticisms regarding pacing and CGI, the series has been praised for its action sequences, character portrayals, and the visual representation of Camp Half-Blood.
The series' success could potentially lead to further seasons and the expansion of an on-screen 'Riordanverse', following the trend of successful YA adaptations transitioning from film to TV.