‘Percy Jackson' creators want Zendaya to join series

Leah Sava Jeffries already has a big wish for the future of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, and it involves Zendaya joining the world of demigods.

After battling monsters as Annabeth in Season 1, Jeffries shared her dream casting while attending the Season 2 world premiere in Los Angeles.

“I don’t know who I would cast her as, but I would love for Zendaya to join a future season,” she told Variety, adding that she’s been a fan of all of Zendaya’s projects. 

She said Zendaya could take on the role of a demigod or “anyone else who hasn’t been cast in the show.”

Season 2 adapts The Sea of Monsters, the second book in Rick Riordan’s hit series. 

This time, Percy, Annabeth and their friends set out on a mission to rescue Grover after he’s captured by the Cyclops Polyphemus, all while trying to save Camp Half-Blood from danger. 

With the core trio back in action, the new season also brings in fresh faces. Kate McKinnon, Dafne Keen and Saara Chaudry are confirmed guest stars as the story expands into new mythological territory.

Jeffries isn’t the only cast member with big ideas about future dream co-stars. 

Charlie Bushnell, who plays Luke, said he would love to see Cillian Murphy join the series, calling him his favourite actor. 

Aryan Simhadri, who stars as Grover, mentioned that he’d love the chance to work with Willem Dafoe someday, and even Timothée Chalamet.

While there’s no confirmation of any of these A-listers entering the demigod universe just yet, the young cast’s excitement reflects how bold and wide-ranging the show’s future could be. 

For now, fans can look forward to seeing how season 2 unfolds, and maybe dream along with them about Zendaya stepping into Camp Half-Blood one day.