LORE OLYMPUS TV Series Greenlit by Prime Video for Adaptation

ng to life, but in animation! The popular webcomic Lore Olympus, created by Rachel Smythe, is coming to Amazon’s Prime Video as an animated series. The adaptation will bring a fresh, modern twist to the classic Greek myth of Hades and Persephone, offering new audiences and longtime fans alike a chance to experience this timeless story in a whole new way.

Julia Cooperman, known for her work on The Winchesters and Willow, will take the lead as showrunner for the series. Cooperman expresses her excitement about the project, highlighting the enduring power of Greek mythology and the unique storytelling found in Lore Olympus. The show promises to be a vibrant, soulful, and timely reimagining of the legendary love story.

The collaboration between Prime Video, The Jim Henson Company, and Webtoon Productions aims to bring Rachel Smythe’s vision to life on the screen. Lisa Henson praises Smythe’s innovative take on the tale of Persephone and Hades, noting its relevance in today’s world. The Jim Henson Company is proud to be working on their first adult animated series with Webtoon, further expanding their creative reach.

Melissa Wolfe, head of animation for Amazon MGM, is thrilled to introduce Lore Olympus to a global audience through Prime Video. The series, which began as a self-published webcomic in 2017, has since gained immense popularity, receiving over 1.8 billion views on Webtoon. It has even won the prestigious Eisner Award for Best Webcomic multiple times.

While no release date has been announced yet, fans can expect the show to join Prime Video’s growing lineup of adult animated series, including other popular titles like Invincible and The Legend of Vox Machina. With the talented team behind Lore Olympus, including Rachel Smythe’s iconic world-building and the creative minds at Webtoon Productions and The Jim Henson Company, this animated adaptation is sure to be a hit.

So get ready to dive into the captivating world of Lore Olympus like never before, as Hades and Persephone’s epic tale unfolds in a whole new light on Prime Video!