Key Takeaways:
– Logan Lerman, famous for the Percy Jackson film series, commented that he has not yet watched the new Percy Jackson series on Disney+.
– Despite criticism with the movies following the book series, fans appear disappointed with the adaptation on Disney+.
– Lerman showed openness to potentially making a cameo appearance in the series.
– The series currently has an average audience score of 80% on Rotten Tomatoes.
– A section of fans judge the series harshly, contending the movies were superior.
Logan Lerman Discusses New Percy Jackson Series
Renowned actor Logan Lerman, popular primarily for the Percy Jackson film series, began his cinematic journey with commercial brand endorsements and his movie debut in The Patriot (2000). Despite taking an early sabbatical, he sprung back into Hollywood, bagging significant roles, including the Percy Jackson saga.
In a recent interview with Access Hollywood, he admitted not having watched the new Percy Jackson series on Disney+. However, he expressed keen interest, stating, “I haven’t seen it yet. I do want to see it though, and it looks really good.”
Criticism for the Percy Jackson Adaptation
Fans had long criticized the two original Percy Jackson films for deviating significantly from Rick Riordan’s acclaimed book series. The films, released in 2010 and 2013, despite featuring a star-packed ensemble including Alexandra Daddario and Pierce Brosnan alongside Lerman, came under fire for the poor interpretation of the source material.
In December 2023, Disney+ launched a new series adaptation of the Percy Jackson & the Olympians project. Some fans hoped for the rectification of errors committed by the movies. The series, featuring Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries, and Aryan Simhadri, received a warm welcome initially, even boasting a commendable 80% Rotten Tomatoes audience score and an impressive 13.3 million viewership for the first episode alone.
Logan’s Possible Return to the Series
When asked about the possibility of a cameo in the series, Lerman did not dismiss the idea. His openness to return to the franchise that catapulted him to fame intrigued fans further. However, his recent revelation about not having watched the series yet seems to have sparked a new wave of responses.
Shift of Fans’ Opinions
Following Logan Lerman’s comments, the reaction of fans towards the series appears to have soured. A contrast to the enthusiasm displayed at the series premiere, a flurry of criticisms have flooded in. Some fans deems the series “super kiddy” and a “letdown,” and went as far to claim that despite its inadequacies, the movies were superior.
Despite the wave of mixed reactions, the stage seems set for improvements in the next season. With room for progress, fans anticipate a better adaptation that respects their beloved source material. For now, both the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series and the movies are available to stream on Disney+.
Closing:
Whether the new series does justice to the Percy Jackson saga continues to be a topic of active debate among fans and critics. In the midst of this discussion, the unexpected response from lead actor Logan Lerman has stirred unexpected responses. As the series continues to unfold, it will be intriguing to follow its journey and its impact on fans’ and critics’ opinions.
