The cast and showrunners of the Disney+ series appeared at Comic-Con for a panel that included news about the coming second season, as well as a key piece of casting for season three, which the streamer ordered shortly after filming on season two wrapped earlier in the year. A daily brief about what matters and what's interesting in Hollywood.

Disney+ is previewing the sophomore season of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians," which arrives on the streamer Dec. 10. Walker Scobell stars as Percy Jackson.

Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 is set to introduce a fan-favorite character who will change Percy forever. In the first teaser trailer, we meet Tyson, played by actor Daniel Diemer.

Unfortunately, when Leah Jeffries was cast as Annabeth, she dealt with some casting backlash initially for not matching the character description in the books. The new Hermione actress Arabella Stanton was in a similar position when her casting news came out. Jeffries has some solid advice for the cast to “stay strong” and stick with each other.

Hit TV series Percy Jackson and the Olympians was amongst the first few shows ... During the panel, fans were left buzzing after Rick Riordan confirmed the Season 2 premiere date — December 10 — and also announced that the show has already been renewed ...

When the Disney+ series returns for season 2, Courtney B. Vance will play the role of Zeus, taking over as the god of thunder after season 1 cast member Reddick died in 2023 at age 60. But the Emmy- and Tony-winning Vance made sure to pay homage to Reddick before sitting on his vacant throne in Olympus.