Percy Jackson series smashes Disney+ records with premiere
Dec 27, 2023 1:50 AMThe recent premiere of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" on Disney+ and Hulu has set a new record for Disney Branded Television, with over 13.3 million viewers in the first six days. The show's debut marks one of the top five season premieres of 2023 on these streaming platforms. While Disney did not disclose the exact ranking within the top premieres list, the series finds itself in esteemed company, alongside hit shows like "The Mandalorian" Season 3 and "Loki" Season 2.
Other shows under the Disney Branded Television umbrella include "Goosebumps" and "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series." "Goosebumps", for instance, had previously debuted with 4.2 million viewers. It's noteworthy that the viewing numbers for "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" are based solely on the first episode, even though the first two episodes were released simultaneously. Hulu initially received only the first episode.
Critics have praised the new "Percy Jackson" series for bringing author Rick Riordan's world to life with added modernity, affirming that a TV series format can result in superior book adaptations. The series is currently well-received, creating a more comprehensive and faithful depiction of the beloved book series than previous adaptations.
How does "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" compare to other Disney Branded Television shows in terms of viewership?
"Percy Jackson and the Olympians" has had a remarkable debut, outperforming many of the other Disney Branded Television shows in terms of viewership, with a highly successful premiere that saw over 13.3 million viewers in just six days.
The "Percy Jackson" franchise began with Rick Riordan's successful book series, centered around a teenager who discovers he is the son of Poseidon and must navigate a world filled with Greek gods and mythical creatures. The books spawned a film series, with the first film "Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief" released in 2010 followed by "Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters" in 2013. The new Disney+ series represents a reboot of the cinematic portrayal and aims to adhere more closely to the original source material, potentially setting the stage for adapting the entire book series should the show continue its success.
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Sephiroth commented on: 2023-12-27 04:10:08
It's pretty impressive how Percy Jackson and the Olympians not only revived the franchise with a bang on Disney+, but also set a high bar in terms of viewership among its peers. It goes to show that with a loyal book fanbase and a well-crafted series that sticks closer to the source, good things are bound to happen onscreen.
Mr. Bison commented on: 2023-12-27 03:50:08
Oh snap, Percy Jackson and the Olympians is crushing it with those viewer numbers—definitely speaks to the hunger for well-crafted book adaptations. Also, props to the series for getting critical kudos for its faithfulness to the source; it's like a master class in how to level up from page to screen. 📘➡️📺🎉
Rolling R!ck commented on: 2023-12-27 03:50:06
Percy Jackson's splash on Disney+ and Hulu is proof that book-to-screen adaptations can strike gold when they stay true to the source - a victory for both fans of the novels and those who crave that added cinematic depth. It seems like this modern take might just be the demigod-sized hit that establishes a new benchmark for Disney Branded Television.
