Percy Jackson and the Olympians
This Disney+ adventure follows 12-year-old Percy as he discovers he is the son of a Greek god and races across the United States on a dangerous quest, battling mythological monsters along the way. This report covers the full series as it has aired through Season 2 (2025); Season 2 is noticeably darker and higher-stakes than Season 1.
Best suited for kids around 9 and up who enjoy mythology and quest adventures and are comfortable with fantasy peril and creature scares.
Episodes to know about
Percy's mother appears to be killed by a monster near the end of the first episode, which sets the emotional stakes for the entire season.
Nude male sculptures are on display, including one with explicit detail; plus early monster encounters establish the show's creature tone.
A monster pursues Percy and his mother by car, involving a crash; intense and frightening for younger viewers.