S2:E12 Part 1 - Percy Jackson & The Lightning Thief (Series)

For this week’s episodes of Based on a Book and to wrap up April Adventures, we’re launching a special three-part series diving into The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan–along with its 2023 Disney+ TV adaptation and the 2010 movie version.

In Part 1, we’ll be breaking down how the first four episodes of the Disney+ series stack up against the original book.

Hosted by Keri with co-hosts Lindsey and Crystal.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
• Percy Jackson & The Olympians Disney+ TV Show
• A Hero’s Journey: The Making of Percy Jackson and the Olympians

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(1:56) Let’s Talk Ratings

(8:49) Book vs. Series Breakdown (SPOILERS)

(11:53) Episode 1

(25:27) Episode 2

(37:21) Episode 3

(46:47) Episode 4