Logan Lerman, original 'Percy Jackson' star, surprises new Disney+ cast with a heartfelt message of support

Logan Lerman was the initial actor to embody Percy Jackson on the big screen, leading the way in Fox's brief film franchise. The series commenced in 2010 with Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief and followed up in 2013 with Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters.

Emerging talent Walker Scobell is stepping into the shoes of Percy Jackson in the Disney+ television series Percy Jackson and the Olympians. In a heartwarming twist, Logan Lerman, the original Percy Jackson, recently delighted Scobell and the entire new cast by extending his heartfelt blessing to them.

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Lerman's Heartfelt Note

In the midst of a live recording for the "Happy Sad Confused" podcast, Lerman shared his excitement with the cast, expressing, "The show looks amazing. I can’t wait to see you all crush it in your roles. You’re making a lot of people happy bringing these characters to life. I can’t imagine a better fit for Percy Jackson than Walker. You were so brilliant in ‘The Adam Project.’ I hope you like eating blue food the next few years. I think you have a hit show on your hands."

Scobell responded to Lerman's unexpected gesture by expressing that it indeed feels good to receive well-wishes from the former Percy Jackson actor. He shared, "I have DM’d him before. I watched one of his movies, ‘Perks of Being a Wallflower.’ I really liked it. I thought it was so good I DM’d him."

Budget Battles and Author's Discontent

Although Lerman's portrayal of Percy Jackson in the movies achieved moderate success at the box office, the films faced challenges due to behind-the-scenes turmoil. Franchise author Rick Riordan expressed feelings of disrespect toward Fox's handling of his books. Sources revealed that Fox's budgets for the films became a source of disagreement, as they were deemed insufficient to faithfully translate Riordan's vision onto the screen.

Lerman's optimism about the potential success of the new Percy Jackson cast seems well-founded, given the show's positive reception. Variety critic Aramide Tinubu praised the series as a "riveting and stunning adaptation" of the books, highlighting that the decision to start with younger actors, unlike the aging-up approach in the films, brings a unique perspective to the narrative. This approach establishes a solid foundation, allowing the story to evolve seamlessly as the leading trio ages.

The premiere of Percy Jackson and the Olympians will be available for streaming on both Disney+ and Hulu starting December 20. Subsequently, all remaining episodes will be exclusively available for streaming on Disney+.

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