Will Alexandra Daddario Return for the ‘Percy Jackson’ Disney+ Series?

Please note: some posts may contain affiliate links which means our team could earn money if you purchase products from our site
The cast of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief"

As development for the live-action Percy Jackson series continues to move forward fans are eager to hear any news about casting updates. Recently, Alexandra Daddario who played Annabeth Chase in the original live-action film from 2010 spoke with the WrapWomen’s “UnWrapped” podcast who asked Alexandra if she would be involved with the upcoming Percy Jackson and the Olympians live-action series coming to Disney+.

Related: Update on the ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Disney+ Series

Daddario shared on Unwrapped, “No, I loved ‘Percy Jackson.’ Like, I loved it. When I stepped into ‘Percy Jackson’ and got that job, I had no idea what it was. I was like, a bit part actor in New York City, you know? I was a kid, I was working at a bar, I didn’t have any idea of Hollywood or of all this stuff. And so when I got that job, I didn’t really know what I was stepping into. I knew it was a really big movie. And it was the most amazing experience for a 22/23-year-old to have.

Will Alexandra Daddario Return for the 'Percy Jackson' Disney+ Series?
Photo Credit: 20th Century Studios

Continuing, Chris Columbus, who directed it, and his producing partners were so supportive, I’m eternally grateful to them. And, you know, I learned so much and I’ve gone on to have a career in the business that I wanted to have. And that’s amazing.  I am so excited for the kids that are going to be cast in that and how they’ll inspire a new generation of young women. Like it’s so cool, Annabeth is a really inspiring character to people.  But no, I don’t know anything about it beyond that, and I shouldn’t! I was just the girl in the movie.


Related: Director Announced for ‘Percy Jackson and The Olympians’ Disney+ Series Pilot

Though we know the original cast would not be returning for this project, it is nice to know that members of the previous cast are supportive of the new project. Not much is known about the new series, but we do know that James Bobin (Mysterious Benedict Society) will direct the pilot episode of the series. Casting is also underway for the series and no major announcements have been released at this time.

Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for updates and all things Disney+!

Featured Photo Credit: 20th Century Studios

Source


D2T-1

Let our friends at Destinations to Travel help you book your next Disney Vacation. They are the preferred Travel Agency of Chip and Company and Disney Addicts, and who we use ourselves.

Get started below for your FREE No Obligation Quote.

Book With our friends at Destinations to Travel

Name(Required)
MM slash DD slash YYYY
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

For the BEST in Disney, Universal, Dollywood, and SeaWorld Theme Park News, Entertainment, Merchandise & More follow us on, Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Don't forget to check out the Chip and Company Radio Network too!


Written by:

3,093 Posts

Kaitlyn is a writer, painter, and artist based just north of Baltimore, Maryland. She is a previous participant in the Disney College Program and has years of experience with Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts and with Universal Orlando Resort. Her and her big 'Ohana are frequent visitors to the parks and resorts and she is always up for another trip to visit her favorite castles! Kaitlyn is the News & Entertainment Writer for Chip and Company and is passionate about writing and storytelling.
View All Posts
Follow Me :