Walker Scobell Films Percy Jackson Season 2 in Steveston, BC
The second season of Disney+’s adaptation, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, is creating a buzz as it films in Steveston, British Columbia. Director Walker Scobell reprises his role as Percy Jackson, now navigating new challenges in the series.
Plot Overview
In the latest episode titled “I Go Down With the Ship,” Percy returns to Camp Half-Blood after a year. His world has changed significantly. His friendship with Annabeth Chase, played by Leah Sava Jeffries, is evolving. He also discovers he has a cyclops half-brother named Tyson, portrayed by Daniel Diemer. Meanwhile, Grover, played by Aryan Simhadri, is missing, and Camp Half-Blood faces threats from Kronos’s forces.
Rescuing Annabeth
In a dramatic rescue mission, Percy and Clarisse argue about the quest to recover the Golden Fleece. Clarisse prioritizes the fleece, believed to be on Luke’s ship, the Princess Andromeda. However, Percy focuses on rescuing Annabeth first.
Action-Packed Episode
Separately infiltrating the cruise ship, Percy and Clarisse eventually collaborate. Clarisse successfully retrieves the fleece and heads back to camp on Percy’s Pegasus, Blackjack. In contrast, Percy and Annabeth escape the ship on foot, intensifying the episode’s suspense.
Supporting Characters and Stakes
Meanwhile, Tyson and Grover are attempting to return to Camp Half-Blood. They call Percy’s mother, Sally Jackson, in Montauk to pick them up, highlighting the teamwork among the characters.
Production Details
- Episodes: 8
- Working Title: Mink Golden
- Filming Dates: August 1, 2024 – January 31, 2025
- Creators: Rick Riordan, Jon Steinberg
- Showrunners: Jon Steinberg, Dan Shotz, Craig Silverstein
Cast Highlights
The cast includes well-known actors such as:
- Walker Scobell as Percy Jackson
- Leah Sava Jeffries as Annabeth Chase
- Aryan Simhadri as Grover
- Daniel Diemer as Tyson
- Virginia Kull as Sally Jackson
Additional cast members contributing to the series include Glynn Turman, Jason Mantzoukas, Lin Manuel Miranda, and many others.
The excitement is building as fans eagerly await the next episode, anticipating how Percy and his friends will confront the challenges ahead.
