‘Percy Jackson’ Scores Season 2!

It’s no secret that things have been rough for Disney when it comes to its streaming service, Disney+. Disney recently shared that, because of the recent price hike, the streamer had lost 1.3 million subscribers. There have also been a number of series cancellations, including The Mysterious Benedict Society, Big Shot, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, and National Treasure: Edge of History.

However, it is not all bad news. In fact, there is some really good news.

On December 19, 2023, Disney released its newest original series, Percy Jackson and the Olympians. The series stars Walker Scobel as Percy Jackson, a 12-year-old demigod who is accused of stealing Zeus’ lightning bolt. Along with his friends, Annabeth and Grover, Percy must fight unimaginable monsters, find the lightning bolt, and restore order to Olympus.

Percy Jackson and the Olympians on Disney+

Percy Jackson and the Olympians was an immediate hit, breaking records for Disney+, Hulu, and even TikTok, just one week after its release. And Disney has now shared that the success of Percy Jackson has earned the show a second season!

During its fourth-quarter earnings call, news of the new Percy Jackson season was shared by Disney CEO, Bob Iger.

Percy Jackson breaks Disney Plus record

Shortly after Iger’s announcement, Disney Branded Television president Ayo Davis released a statement, sharing how excited Disney was to bring Percy Jackson and his friends back for another incredible season.

“Rich in magic, wonder, adventure and heart, Percy Jackson and the Olympians captivated the imaginations of viewers of all ages everywhere. We’re thrilled to embark on an exciting new quest and a season two with Rick Riordan, our fantastic partners at 20th Television, and the exceptional ensemble of cast and creative talent that bring this story to life.”

Walker Scobell Percy Jackson

Percy Jackson was originally a book series, penned by author Rick Riordan. Riordan has been a key player in the creation of Disney’s new hit series.

Riordan was also excited to hear about a second season. He revealed to fans that the second season would focus on the second book in the Percy Jackson series — Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters. The first season was based on the first book in the series — Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief.

“I can’t wait to bring the next season of Percy Jackson to Disney+. Raise anchors. Hoist the mainsail. All hands on deck, demigods. We’re heading for the Sea of Monsters!”

Percy Jackson and the Olympians also stars Leah Sava Jeffries as Annabeth Chase, Aryan Simhadri as Grover, Virginia Kull as Sally Jackson, and Megan Mullally as Alecto.

Trailer Released for Season 2 of Disney Parks ‘Behind the Attraction’ Series Coming to Disney+ This November

Season 2 of the Disney Parks “Behind the Attraction” series is coming to Disney+ this November.

The whole season will be available starting November 1.

Behind the Attraction: Season 2

Attractions featured will include:

  • Pirates of the Caribbean
  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
  • Indiana Jones Adventure

Other episodes will focus on Nighttime Spectaculars, Food, and EPCOT.

The official episode descriptions read:

Pirates of the Caribbean

It’s a pirate’s life for everybody aboard Pirates of the Caribbean! Walt Disney loved adventure stories, especially ones that featured swashbuckling pirates. That inspiration led to one of the most beloved attractions in Disney history. Initially conceived as a wax museum, technological advances convinced Walt that a more sophisticated attraction could be created using state-of-the-art Audio-Animatronics figures. The classic version in Anaheim proved so successful it spawned a hit movie franchise and iterations in Disney parks around the world, including the cutting edge reimagining at Shanghai Disneyland.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Step aboard the wildest ride in the wilderness! Based on a concept by Disney Legend Marc Davis, Imagineer Tony Baxter reimagined this mountainous thrill ride that is sure to float your goat! Inspired by the American West, this attraction has spread around the world. The version at Disneyland Paris is on an island and is connected to Phantom Manor, while the ones at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Park are inverted versions of each other on opposite coasts. Hong Kong Disneyland Park even boasts a sister attraction – Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has it all – runaway trains, mining town Rainbow Ridge, disturbed spirits, and spinning possums! Rumor has it there’s even a secret goat trick…

Indiana Jones Adventure

Crack the whip and join Indiana Jones on the adventure of a lifetime – just beware of the snakes! Following the success of Star Tours, Michael Eisner and Frank Wells thought it was time to have George Lucas bring another cinematic hero to the Disney parks. With action sequences in every Indiana Jones movie that seemed like blueprints for exciting attractions, the choice was obvious. Indy is everywhere in the parks, from a live action stunt show, to Disney’s first inversion roller coaster at Disneyland Paris, to the thrilling Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland Park that proved so popular another one was built at Tokyo DisneySea. These attractions are so good, they belong in a museum!

EPCOT

Where can you both glimpse the future and travel the world without leaving Florida? At the Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow, where the impossible becomes possible! When it opened in 1982 at Walt Disney World Resort, EPCOT was the biggest Disney park yet. At its heart stands the astounding architectural achievement that is Spaceship Earth. Arrayed around the lagoon, World Showcase features pavilions that celebrate nations from around the world. Some even host attractions, like Norway’s Frozen Ever After and France’s Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, as well as Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in the World Discovery neighborhood. As long as there is imagination left in the world, EPCOT will never be complete.

The Food

Churros, DOLE Whip, turkey legs, and more… Discover the stories behind these tasty treats! Walt knew food was crucial to the park going experience. From walk-around snacks to themed dining experiences like the piratical Blue Bayou Restaurant, there’s something for everyone. Learn how the churro debuted at a Disneyland teen nightclub, how the Central Bakery makes all of Disneyland’s sweets, and what goes on at the secretive Flavor Lab at Walt Disney World. What’s the Flavor Lab? That would be telling! Globally, explore how Disneyland Paris puts their twist on Walt’s favorites, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort creates character-shaped dim sum, and Tokyo Disneyland reimagines popcorn, to name a few. Food keeps the story going beyond the attractions!

Nighttime Spectaculars

The magic continues after dark with Disney Parks’ nighttime spectaculars. What began as a fireworks show in the skies above Disneyland Park has evolved, over the years, into a wide array of shows at Disney parks around the globe. Thanks to technological innovations like projection mapping, mist screens, and even drones, they have become more spectacular with every passing year. Longstanding Disney favorites like the “Main Street Electrical Parade,” “Fantasmic!,” and “World of Color” have been joined by newer dazzlers like “Momentous” at Hong Kong Disneyland Park and “ILLUMINATE!” at Shanghai Disneyland. Come for the attractions, stay for the shows!

Watch the season 2 trailer below.

Season 1 is still available for streaming. It has 10 episodes featuring the Jungle Cruise, Haunted Mansion, Star Tours, the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, the Castles, Disneyland Hotel, Space Mountain, “it’s a small world,” the Hall of Presidents, and Trains, Trams, and Monorails.

Season 2 Of “Disney’s Fairytale Weddings” To Premiere on Valentine’s Day on Disney+

Have you always dreamed of having a fairy tale wedding? For many Disney fans, the dream of having a fairy tale wedding may be out of reach. Or maybe it is within reach for you! Either way, seeing a Disney wedding unfold is entertaining to say the least. Back for a second season, the popular television series “Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings” will return starting Valentine’s Day on Disney+. See the details below from DisneyParksBlog:

Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings TV Show follows couples as they celebrate some of life’s most romantic milestone moments at Disney parks and resorts. From epic weddings to intimate vow renewals, magical proposals and memorable anniversary celebrations! Watch it all unfold this season on Disney+. 

Stephen “tWitch” Boss, resident DJ for “The Ellen Show” and Allison Holker, “Dancing With the Stars” pro, are coming back to host the show. 

The 8-episode season will feature 16 beautiful love stories that will take viewers to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, aboard the Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa and even internationally with romantic trips with Adventures By Disney.

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