The Season 2 finale of Percy Jackson and the Olympians didn’t just end with a bang — it cracked the door wide open for something much bigger. The final moments left fans stunned, and then, just when the credits rolled, Disney dropped a surprise: a first look at Season 3. The message was clear — the journey isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Even better, viewers won’t be waiting in the dark. Season 3 is already in production, and it promises to push the series into its most intense chapter yet.
A Record-Breaking Show That Keeps Growing
Disney’s confidence in the series couldn’t be clearer. Season 3 was greenlit in March 2025 — before Season 2 even finished airing. That early renewal speaks volumes about the show’s popularity and the faith Disney has in Rick Riordan’s world.
Unlike the earlier movie adaptations that never reached the full scope of the books, the Disney+ series is sticking to the source material and moving forward in order. With every season, the story grows darker, deeper, and more emotional — just like the novels fans grew up with.
All episodes of Season 2 are now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu, giving fans the perfect chance to revisit the cliffhanger that changed everything.
Season 3 Will Adapt The Titan’s Curse
Season 3 is based on The Titan’s Curse, the third book in Rick Riordan’s bestselling series. This is the moment when the story truly shifts from adventure to war.
The season is set during winter and opens with Percy and Annabeth on a mission to rescue two demigods from a school. The quest fails, a goddess is captured, and Kronos begins expanding his forces. The rise of the Titans becomes real, and the Great Prophecy grows more dangerous than ever.
New factions like the Hunters of Artemis enter the story, along with legendary figures such as Atlas. But the biggest twist is Thalia’s return — a moment that changes the balance of destiny itself. With two possible heroes now tied to the prophecy, the future of Olympus is no longer certain.
The Season 2 Ending Changed Everything
The finale of Season 2 set the stage for this war.
Clarisse’s quest succeeds when she uses the Golden Fleece to restore Camp Half-Blood’s magical barrier. But the victory comes with a massive consequence: Thalia is revived from the tree that once protected the camp.
Luke escapes after his failed invasion, and Poseidon warns Percy that the Titans are rising. Zeus’ past decision to turn Thalia into a tree is revealed, and suddenly, the Great Prophecy is no longer about just one hero.
The gods prepare for war. A school dance scene in the final moments teases the emotional opening of Season 3 — calm before the storm.
Returning Cast and Powerful New Faces
The core trio is back:
- Walker Scobell as Percy Jackson
- Leah Sava Jeffries as Annabeth Chase
- Aryan Simhadri as Grover Underwood
- Charlie Bushnell as Luke Castellan
- Tamara Smart as Thalia Grace
Season 3 also introduces several major characters:
- Dafne Keen as Artemis
- Kate McKinnon as Aphrodite
- Holt McCallany as Atlas
- Saara Chaudry as Zoë Nightshade
- Levi Chrisopulos and Olive Abercrombie as Nico and Bianca di Angelo
- David Costabile as Dr. Thorn
Returning favorites include Glynn Turman as Chiron and Jesse L. Martin as Frederick Chase.
Season 2 already featured a massive list of guest stars, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jason Mantzoukas, Courtney B. Vance, Andra Day, Kristen Schaal, Margaret Cho, and many more — proving just how big this universe has become.
Filming Update and Release Window
Season 3 is currently being filmed in Vancouver. Production began in August 2025, paused briefly for Season 2 promotions, and is expected to wrap by March 2026.
The post-credit tease confirmed that the new season will arrive in 2026, with an expected December 2026 premiere, continuing the show’s release pattern.
The Creators Behind the Magic
The series is created by Rick Riordan and Jonathan E. Steinberg, with Steinberg and Dan Shotz serving as executive producers alongside Rick Riordan, Rebecca Riordan, and a long list of industry veterans.
For fans who want to dive even deeper, the Percy Jackson and the Olympians Official Podcast offers behind-the-scenes stories, cast discussions, and exclusive insights. Episodes are available on Disney+, Hulu, YouTube, and major podcast platforms.
A Darker, Bigger Chapter Ahead
Season 3 marks the moment when Percy’s world stops being about quests and starts becoming about survival. Gods, Titans, hunters, and heroes all collide as the fate of Olympus hangs in the balance.
The war is coming. The prophecy is changing. And Percy Jackson is standing at the center of it all.
