Percy Jackson Disney+ Show's Mind-Blowing Budget Leaves 2010 Movie in the Dust!
The upcoming Percy Jackson Disney+ show is set to have a significantly larger budget than its 2010 movie adaptation, promising better production values and a more immersive experience
Summary
The budget for the upcoming Percy Jackson and the Olympians Disney Plus show is reported to be between $12 million and $15 million per episode.
Even at its lowest end, the budget for season 1 surpasses the $95 million budget of the 2010 Percy Jackson movie. This reported budget not only indicates the show's ability to deliver impressive visual effects, but also reflects Disney's strong belief in Rick Riordan's source material and the show's promising future.
A recent report reveals that the budget allocated for the Percy Jackson and the Olympians show surpasses that of the 2010 film adaptation. The highly anticipated Disney Plus series, based on the beloved book series by author Rick Riordan, will be bringing Percy's story to the small screen with Riordan himself as executive producer. Unlike the two previous Percy Jackson movies starring Logan Lerman, which were not well-received, this upcoming show aims to captivate audiences. In preparation for its release, Variety reports that each episode of the first season will have a budget ranging from $12 to $15 million, amounting to a total budget of approximately $96 million for the eight-episode season 1. This is noteworthy considering that the 2010 adaptation had a budget of $95 million.
Why Percy Jackson & The Olympians' Budget Is Good News
Percy Jackson and the Olympians in the 2010s faced several issues, one of which was a limited budget. According to Variety, certain scenes from the book had to be changed solely due to budget concerns. If the show's budget per episode falls closer to $15 million, season 1 could potentially have a total budget of up to $120 million, which would ensure that similar budgetary limitations are avoided.
This budget range is comparable to The Mandalorian's first season, which had impressive visuals. The books contain numerous fantastical sequences, including those involving mythological creatures and monsters, which can be faithfully portrayed even with a lower end budget. Additionally, it is likely that the cast of Percy Jackson and the Olympians is receiving a smaller portion of the budget compared to the movie adaptations, which featured more prominent stars.
The generous budget allocated for season 1 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians showcases Disney's belief in Riordan's original material. Such a substantial investment reflects the company's ambitious plans for the franchise. Success could pave the way for the show's renewal, potentially reaching season 5 as initially intended. While the effective utilization of the budget is yet to be determined, the upcoming premiere holds promising prospects.
