Percy Jackson & the Olympians: Meet the Cast and Characters
Percy Jackson & the Olympians cast: Meet the ensemble bringing the Greek Gods to life in this exciting new series Get to know the talented actors and their characters in this epic adaptation
The new Disney Plus series, Percy Jackson & the Olympians, introduces the Greek Gods in a down-to-earth way. Here's the essential cast you need to know for the highly anticipated show on Disney+. The books have captivated audiences for years, following a young demigod's journey to navigate the world and face the challenges of Greek mythology and monsters.
Author Rick Riordan has been heavily involved in the creation of this new TV series, ensuring that no detail has been overlooked, including the casting. The cast is top-notch, featuring a mix of up-and-coming talents and established Hollywood stars. With such a large ensemble, it can be difficult to keep track of who is playing whom. To help you navigate the cast, we have put together a comprehensive list of all the key players in the Percy Jackson series. Keep reading to get up to speed before diving into the new show.
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Percy Jackson & the Olympians cast & characters
Watch the trailer below for a glimpse into the official synopsis of Season 1, which follows the plot of the first book, Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief: “12-year-old modern demigod, Percy Jackson, is coming to terms with his newfound divine powers when the sky god, Zeus, accuses him of stealing his master lightning bolt; with his friend’s help, Percy must restore order to Olympus.”
This franchise has a ton of great characters, so let’s get into the main players in the Percy Jackson cast.
Percy Jackson: Walker Scobell
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Percy Jackson is our lead, a troubled pre-teen that turns out to be the son of Poseidon, who must go on a quest to prevent a war amongst the Gods.
Walker Scobell is already a rising star, having featured alongside Ryan Reynolds in The Adam Project, as well as Secret Headquarters.
Annabeth Chase: Leah Jeffries
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Annabeth is the daughter of Athena, who Percy meets at Camp Halfblood. Logical and no-nonsense, she aids Percy on his quest to retrieve Zeus’ stolen lightning bolt.
Leah Jeffries, who plays Annabeth, can also be seen in Something From Tiffanies, as well as Beast.
Grover Underwood: Aryan Simhadri
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Grover Underwood, a satyr from Greek mythology, has a body that is half human and half goat. It is his duty to befriend and protect Percy from a young age, and he also accompanies him on his quest.
Aryan Simhadri can also be seen in Spin and Cheaper by the Dozen.
Sally Jackson: Virginia Kull
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Sally is Percy’s mother, who has protected him from any potential Godly threats, since Percy is considered a “forbidden child.”
Virginia Kull plays Sally, and also stars in Big Little Lies, Curveball, and Gracepoint.
Gabe Ugliano: Timm Sharp
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Gabe Ugliano, Percy's stepfather, was married to Sally in order to cover up the scent that attracted danger to Percy - described in the book as Gabe smelling like "moldy garlic pizza wrapped in gym shorts."
Timm Sharp also appears in Americano, Blunt Talk, and Rainbow Time.
Zeus: Lance Reddick
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Zeus, the ruler of the Gods, plays somewhat of an antagonist in this story, as he blames Poseidon and Percy for stealing his missing Master Bolt.
Lance Reddick, who died shortly after production wrapped on Season 1, is also a star of the John Wick series, The Wire, and The Guest.
Poseidon: Toby Stephens
Poseidon, the absent father of Percy Jackson, is also the God of the Sea. He occasionally intervenes to assist Percy in his quest to retrieve the Master Bolt.
Toby Stephen’s can also be seen in James Bond’s Die Another Day, as well as Jayne Eyre and Black Sails.
Hades: Jay Duplass
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Hades, the final of the Big Three deities, has a prohibition on the existence of his children. He becomes a leading suspect in the theft of the Master Bolt, prompting Percy and his companions to embark on a quest to confront him.
Jay Duplass plays the God of the Underworld, and also appears in Transparent, Pain Hustlers, and Jeff, Who Lives at Home.
Ares: Adam Copeland
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As the God of War, Ares plays a major antagonist in Percy Jackson Season 1. He has been sent by Zeus to track Percy down and fight him for the Master Bolt.
Ares is played by Adam Copeland, who is also known for Vikings and his time in the WWE, where he went by the name of Edge.
Hermes: Lin-Manuel Miranda
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Hermes, who is the father of another of Percy Jackson’s friends, Luke, is also a God – and UPS delivery man.
Lin-Manuel Miranda is best known for his work on Hamilton, as well as In the Heights and Mary Poppins Returns.
Chiron: Glynn Turman
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Chiron, the immortal centaur and son of the overarching antagonist Kronos, serves as the activities director at Camp Half Blood. He plays the role of mentor to Percy Jackson throughout the series.
Glynn Turman can be seen in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, as well as Cooley High.
Luke Castellan: Charlie Bushnell
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Luke is a fellow demi-god and the son of Hermes, who quickly becomes a friend to Percy, guiding him around Camp Halfblood.
Charlie Bushnell plays Luke, and is best known for starring in Diary of a Future President.
Dionysus: Jason Mantzoukas
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Dionysus, aka Mr. D, is the God of wine – who isn’t allowed to drink – and unwilling director of Camp Half-Blood.
Jason Mantzoukas is a comedy alumni, having roles on Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Parks and Recreation, and The Good Place.
Alecto: Megan Mullally
In disguise as Percy Jackson’s algebra teacher, Alecto is a servant of Hades and the primary torturer of the Underworld. She is also one of the three Furies.
Megan Mullally is also known for her more comedic roles, including on Will & Grace and Parks & Recreation.
Medusa: Jessica Parker Kennedy
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Medusa is an interesting antagonist to Percy who he meets along his quest, as she runs a gnome emporium, where she also keeps the statues of her victims.
Jessica Parker Kennedy can also be seen in the CW’s The Flash, along with Black Sails and Under the Christmas Sky.
Clarisse La Rue: Dior Goodjohn
Clarisse La Rue, the daughter of Ares, is a fierce and skilled camper. Her initial attempt to intimidate Percy Jackson by dunking his head in the toilets is thwarted by his water powers.
Dior Goodjohn has also appeared in Are You Afraid of the Dark and Head of Class. Explore our additional Percy Jackson content, including information on how and when to watch it, as well as the rest of our Movies & TV coverage.
Editor's P/S
As an enthusiastic fan of the Percy Jackson book series, I am thrilled about the upcoming Disney+ adaptation. The casting choices seem spot-on, and I can't wait to see the characters I've loved for so long come to life on screen. Walker Scobell, Leah Jeffries, and Aryan Simhadri look perfect as Percy, Annabeth, and Grover, and I'm excited to see their chemistry together. The adult cast members, including Virginia Kull, Timm Sharp, Lance Reddick, Toby Stephens, and Adam Copeland, are all talented actors who I believe will bring depth and authenticity to their roles.
I have high hopes for this series and believe it has the potential to be a faithful and exciting adaptation of the books. The story of Percy Jackson is full of adventure, humor, and heart, and I can't wait to experience it all over again in this new format. I'm confident that both fans of the books and newcomers to the series will enjoy what Disney+ has in store for us.
